Director of Indirect Procurement

Director of Indirect Procurement
Full-time | Procurement | 10+ Years Experience
Location: Norfolk, VA (or Remote/Hybrid depending on org preference)
Reports to: Chief Procurement Officer
Base Salary Range: $145,000 – $170,000 annual base | Target Bonus: 15%

About Cargomatic
Cargomatic is transforming the way goods move in and out of ports and urban hubs by connecting shippers and carriers through innovative technology. As a fast-growing logistics company, we are building scalable, efficient solutions to modernize first- and last-mile freight. Our team is passionate about solving complex supply chain challenges and delivering real-world impact at scale.

About the Role
Cargomatic is seeking a Director of Indirect Procurement to lead and scale our sourcing strategy across all non-product spend categories. This is a highly strategic and operational role responsible for driving cost efficiency, supplier performance, and procurement governance in a fast-growing, technology-driven logistics organization.

You will partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, IT, HR, and Operations to build a best-in-class procurement function that enables growth, improves visibility into spend, and strengthens supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and execute a comprehensive indirect procurement strategy aligned with company financial and operational goals


• Establish procurement policies, workflows, and compliance standards across the organization


• Partner with executive stakeholders to forecast spend, manage budgets, and support key initiatives

Category Management

• Lead sourcing across IT, facilities, travel, corporate services, and other indirect spend categories


• Negotiate enterprise agreements and drive vendor consolidation


• Identify cost savings, process improvements, and innovation opportunities across all categories

Supplier Management

• Build and manage a high-performing supplier ecosystem


• Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable pricing and service levels


• Implement supplier scorecards, QBRs, and performance tracking frameworks

Operational Excellence

• Develop scalable procurement processes, reporting, and analytics


• Drive adoption of procurement tools (ERP, P2P, contract lifecycle systems)


• Partner with Finance and AP to ensure accurate spend tracking and cost controls


• Reduce maverick spend and improve organizational compliance

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field


• 10+ years of relevant experience, including leadership in procurement or sourcing


• Strong experience negotiating IT, facilities, and professional services contracts


• Deep understanding of financial modeling, vendor management, and procurement operations


• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• MBA or relevant certifications (CPSM, CSCP)


• Experience implementing procurement systems or digital transformation initiatives


• Background in logistics, transportation, or high-growth tech environments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Paid time off and company holidays


• Flexible work environment


• Opportunity to work in a high-growth, fast-paced company


• Career growth and development opportunities