Procurement Director, North America

Procurement Director, North America

MSC USA - Charleston

Job Summary/ Key Responsibilities:

JOB SUMMARY

The Procurement Director, North America, is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing all procurement activities across the North American region (United States & Canada).

Leading the Regional Procurement Office with reporting lines into MSC Corporate Procurement in Geneva (CH) and Local MSC Organization, this position ensures the effective and efficient management of the procurement lifecycle, drives value for the organization, and fosters strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

The role also champions best practices in procurement and provides leadership to a diverse team under direct responsibility.

The position will be based in Charleston, SC or New York, NY.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regional Procurement Leadership: Set and execute the strategic direction for procurement across North America, aligning with global and regional objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, business units, and cross-functional teams. Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, align goals, and deliver value.
• Process Optimization: Analyse, redesign, and optimize procurement processes to ensure cost efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation. Implement innovative procurement solutions, digital tools, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supplier Management: Oversee supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management. Foster strategic partnerships with key suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and innovation.
• Team Management & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the Regional Procurement Office team, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning. Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and build organizational capability.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure procurement activities comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Reporting & Analytics: Monitor and report on procurement performance, savings, and key metrics. Leverage data analytics to drive decision-making and measurable improvements.

Qualifications & Key Competencies:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a large, matrixed organization.
• Proven experience managing regional or global procurement operations.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, and supplier relationship management (SRM).
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performance teams.
• Proficiency in procurement technologies and ERP systems.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of driving process improvements and delivering results.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Leadership & People Management
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
• Stakeholder Relationship Building
• Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Making
• Change Management
• Results Orientation
• Integrity & Ethical Judgment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
  
  

WORK AUTHORIZATION

• Authorization to work in the

What We Offer

• Health Insurance
  
• Dental & Vision Insurance
  
• Life Insurance: one-time annual salary up to $50,000
  
• Long Term Disability Insurance
  
• Paid Parental Leave
• Business Travel Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - (Health, Dependent Care, Transit/Parking)
  
• Supplemental Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans

You will also have access to additional benefits, effective day one:

• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan – 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with option for additional 3% employer match.
• Wellness Program initiatives / Free MSC Partner Subscriptions with Calm
• Partner Discount Programs with MSC Cruises, Apple, Dell, Nissan, Whirlpool, AT&T, Pets Best and others.

About Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), headquartered inGeneva, Switzerland, is a global leader in transportation and logistics, privately owned and founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. As one of the world’s leading container shipping lines, MSC has 675 offices across 155 countries worldwide, with the MSC Group employing over 200,000 people. The company has evolved from a one vessel operation into a globally respected business with a fleet of 800 vessels that provides timely delivery of goods and services to customers of all industries and sizes. With access to an integrated network of road, rail, air, and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe, the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge. MSC’s shipping line sails on 300 trade routes and calls at 520 ports, carrying some million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually. For more information, visit

Mediterranean Shipping Company (USA) Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type including but not limited to characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

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