Director of Procurement
ChainguardUnited States
Posted October 30, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Chainguard is a cybersecurity firm specializing in software supply chain security and container images. Founded by leading experts, Chainguard ensures secure development with low-to-no CVEs, offering robust solutions for cloud native environments.
Job Description
Chainguard is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead the sourcing, purchasing, vendor strategy, and contracting process. This role involves aligning procurement with the company's business strategy, optimizing costs, mitigating supplier risks, and supporting scale-up operations. The Director will partner with stakeholders, build the procurement team, and implement procurement policies to deliver operating leverage, supplier innovation, and procurement discipline.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
- ~10+ years of progressive procurement/supply chain experience
- 5+ years in a leadership role managing category or global procurement teams
- Proven track record of building and executing procurement strategy
- Strong business partnering and influencing skills
- Excellent negotiation, contract management, supplier management, and risk-management skills
- Familiarity with procurement systems/tools, analytics/reporting, and category management
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth environment
Benefits
- Flexible & Remote-First Culture
- 100% Covered Health Insurance
- 18 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Equity Options
- Stock Options
- Flexible Time Off
- 100% Covered Health Insurance
