Talent.com
Chief Procurement Officer
Chief Procurement OfficerIllinois Staffing • Chicago, IL, US
[error_messages.no_longer_accepting]
Chief Procurement Officer

Chief Procurement Officer

Illinois Staffing • Chicago, IL, US
[job_card.30_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
  • [job_card.full_time]
[job_card.job_description]

Chief Procurement Officer

The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business. They will lead Americas and Corporate business planning around procurement savings and benefits, build out global capabilities, and oversee the identification and realization of cost reduction programs.

The position will report to the Americas CFO / COO and will have four key areas of responsibility :

  • Global Transformation Drive and deliver a comprehensive global procurement transformation, including the implementation of a new global vendor management system, process modernization, and the development of a high-performing, adaptable team to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Supplier Management & Monetization Continue efforts to build a robust global supplier network. Optimize supplier management functions, and monetize third-party spend through effective negotiations and vendor price discount strategies to enhance EBITDA.
  • Strategic Operating Model & Category Management Design and implement scalable operating models and category management frameworks, ensuring governance, transparency, and dedicated ownership for key spend areas across the organization globally.
  • KPIs including Financial and Operational Reporting Oversee the creation and tracking of project plans, key performance indicators, and financial and operational reports to monitor progress, enforce accountability, and provide clear status updates to executive leadership.

Outcomes (specific objective outcomes that this position should accomplish) :

  • Transformation Outcomes :
  • Successfully lead and deliver a global procurement transformation program over two years, resulting in improved technology enablement, streamlined processes, and a redefined procurement function.
  • Achieve full deployment and adoption of a new global procurement technology suite, with measurable increases in process efficiency, data transparency, and user engagement.
  • Establish a globally aligned supplier management framework, reducing fragmentation in EMEA and APAC, closing category ownership gaps, enhancing local supplier network in the US and increasing supplier performance and client value delivery.
  • Drive organization-wide change management initiatives, resulting in high stakeholder engagement, rapid adoption of new processes, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Strategic & Financial Outcomes :
  • Monetize $5B+ in third-party spend, capturing additional EBITDA through vendor price discounts (VPDs) and innovative procurement strategies.
  • Develop an ongoing program to identify and realize new opportunities to reduce corporate spend
  • Reduce time to generate business unit spend analytics and increase the granularity of spend data, enabling more informed decision-making and improved financial reporting.
  • Talent & Organizational Outcomes :
  • Assess and elevate procurement team capabilities, identifying top performers and strengthening overall bench strength through targeted coaching and development programs.
  • Stakeholder & Client Outcomes :
  • Build strong partnerships with service line leadership, balancing local / regional needs with global frameworks and delivering measurable improvements in stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Enhance client value through improved procurement solutioning, pricing strategies, and risk management, resulting in increased account profitability and retention.
  • Required Experience and Qualifications :

    Education :

  • Bachelor's Degree and at least 15 years of related professional work experience desired
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Skills / Previous Experience :

  • Proven executive experience in procurement or with a track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to modernize functions through technology enablement, process redesign, and team development.
  • Expertise in driving organizational change, fostering stakeholder engagement, and ensuring rapid adoption of new processes and systems across global teams.
  • Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including service line leadership, suppliers, and clients.
  • Executive Leadership Ability to drive performance from direct team and overall corporation.
  • Strategic Planning Experience in designing and implementing scalable operating models and category management frameworks, with a focus on governance, transparency, and ownership of key spend areas.
  • Deep understanding of financial management within procurement, including spend analytics, reporting, and strategies to optimize EBITDA through vendor negotiations and cost reduction.
  • Procurement Infrastructure and Data Governance Experience and expertise in developing / designing and running all aspects of a Procurement Center of Excellence. Experience and expertise in developing a ground-up data warehouse / cube / lake approach to provide the required data to make critical financial decisions and report status to key stakeholders.
  • Role Based Competencies :

  • Strategic and Analytical skills : Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information and develop penetrating insights.
  • Ability to lead complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, particularly within procurement.
  • Results oriented and bias for action : Delivers tangible, measurable results rapidly by driving procurement transformation, optimizing spend, and ensuring accountability for strategic objectives.
  • Communication : Communicates complex ideas clearly and persuasively to all audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across the organization.
  • Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is : $ 255,000.00 - $300,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

    [job_alerts.create_a_job]

    Chief Procurement Officer • Chicago, IL, US

    [internal_linking.related_jobs]
    Head of Procurement

    Head of Procurement

    Nonni's Bakery • Chicago, Illinois, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Founded in 1988 as a homage to an Italian grandmother, Nonni's Food Group is the leading Biscotti maker in the world and a recognized producer, marketer, and distributor of branded premium specialt...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    Prototek Holdings LLC • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.permanent]
    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) - Location : Remote | Travel : > 50% | ITAR-Compliant Role Prototek is seeking an accomplished Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to lead our commercial strategy an...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    PMO Lead (Procurement)

    PMO Lead (Procurement)

    Centric Consulting • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Travel Expectations : Up to 10% on average.Job Classification : Temporary (W2T).Join Centric Consulting A Culture You'll Love. At Centric Consulting, we've cultivated a unique approach to business.Ou...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Chief Procurement Officer

    Chief Procurement Officer

    Cushman & Wakefield • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business.They will lead America...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Chief Clinical Officer

    Chief Clinical Officer

    ChenMed • Oak Lawn, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    We’re changing lives every day.For both our patients and our team members.Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire o...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Procurement Specialist

    Procurement Specialist

    Vizient, Inc. • Chicago, IL, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    When you're the best, we're the best.We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents. We provide extensive opportunities for ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Customs and Border Protection Officer

    Customs and Border Protection Officer

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection • Hometown, Illinois, US
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO).A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.Customs an...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Global Procurement Director

    Global Procurement Director

    Chicago Staffing • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    As a CBRE Procurement Director, you will assist with the overall planning and direction of the procurement function for an automotive company. This job is part of the Procurement function.They are r...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Chief Procurement Officer

    Chief Procurement Officer

    Chicago Staffing • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business.They will lead America...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    Prototek • Chicago, IL, United States
    [job_card.permanent]
    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).We respectfully request that no agencies contact us regarding this position.Unsolicited proposals or candidate submissions will not be acknowledged.Prototek is seekin...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Global Procurement Director

    Global Procurement Director

    CBRE Group • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    As a CBRE Procurement Director, you will assist with the overall planning and direction of the procurement function.This job is part of the Procurement function. They are responsible for sourcing an...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Senior Manager Ingredient Procurement

    Senior Manager Ingredient Procurement

    Jobot • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Growing food CPG company seeks an experienced Procurement leader focused on non-commoditized ingredients.This Jobot Job is hosted by : Hunter Prater. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Ap...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Director Procurement

    Director Procurement

    Abbott • Chicago, Illinois, USA
    [job_card.full_time]
    Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life.Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare with leading businesses and...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)

    Prototek Digital Manufacturing • Chicago, Illinois, USA
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).We respectfully request that no agencies contact us regarding this position.Unsolicited proposals or candidate submissions will not be acknowledged.Prototek is seekin...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Associate Principal, Sourcing & Procurement

    Associate Principal, Sourcing & Procurement

    The Options Clearing Corporation • Chicago, IL, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP • • • • •.Support the execution of strategic sourcing & business strategies in a collaborative team-based environment to achieve company goals.Work cro...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Treasury Mgmt Prod Cnlst, Sr

    Treasury Mgmt Prod Cnlst, Sr

    Old National Bank • Hickory Hills, IL, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    US-IL-Hickory Hills | US-MN-Minneapolis | US-WI-Milwaukee | US-IN-Indianapolis | US-IN-Evansville | US-KY-Louisville | US-TN-Nashville. Old National Bank has been serving clients and communities sin...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Head of Procurement

    Head of Procurement

    LaunchDarkly • Chicago, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    We are seeking an experienced and hands-on procurement leader to scale our procurement function for a high-growth SaaS company. As the first dedicated procurement hire, you will design and drive the...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Inverto | Principal, Procurement

    Inverto | Principal, Procurement

    Boston Consulting Group • Chicago, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    At Inverto North America, we’re defining what’s next in procurement and supply chain—driven by ambition, precision, and impact. With the strength of BCG behind us and a sharp entrepreneurial mindset...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]