Director of Purchasing

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Weather Tech is seeking a well-qualified Director of Purchasing to develop and execute company wide sourcing and procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, service, and risk. This role drives supplier innovation, operational efficiency, and cross-functional alignment to support the company’s financial and strategic objectives.

The Director of Purchasing oversees all procurement functions, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and inventory optimization. Additionally, this role incorporates commodity market intelligence, index-based pricing models, and financial hedging strategies (e.g., futures and forward contracts) to mitigate cost volatility, enhance forecasting accuracy, and protect margins.

This is an on-site position at our corporate office located in Bolingbrook, IL.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals, growth plans, and financial targets
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on supply market dynamics, risks, and opportunities
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to drive procurement effectiveness and continuous improvement
• Establish inventory strategies to align with production demand, service levels and working capital targets
• Lead company wide strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, supplier selection, and complex contract negotiations
• Build and maintain executive level relationships with key suppliers to drive value, innovation, and service excellence
• Develop supplier segmentation and performance management programs, including scorecards and business reviews
• Identify and implement cost reduction, value-engineering, and supplier innovation opportunities
• Manage procurement budgets and deliver measurable cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives
• Analyze market trends, pricing models, and total cost of ownership to inform sourcing decisions
• Monitor relevant commodity markets and indices (e.g., metals and raw materials) and incorporate index-based pricing into supplier agreements where appropriate
• Partner with Finance to evaluate and implement hedging strategies, including futures, forwards, and other financial instruments, to stabilize input costs and reduce exposure to price volatility
• Develop and execute risk management strategies, including supply continuity planning, dual sourcing, and scenario analysis
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Engineering, and other departments to align procurement strategies with business needs
• Support new product development and operational initiatives through early supplier engagement
• Act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field required (MBA or advanced degree preferred)
• 10+ years of manufacturing procurement or supply chain experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role
• Experience managing complex supplier networks and high value contracts
• Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze cost structures, market trends, and total cost of ownership
• Experience with commodity markets and index-based pricing
• Proven leadership ability with experience building and managing high performing teams
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
• Advanced analytical, problem solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement technologies
• Authorized to work in the United States

Weather Tech is proud to offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for internal promotions and skill development, and a clean and safe workspace. Employees are offered an array of perks including:

• Outstanding Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois medical plans; as well as dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time