Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Illinois
Director of Strategic Sourcing jobs in Illinois concentrate heavily in manufacturing, food and consumer goods, healthcare, and financial services, reflecting the state's deep industrial base and corporate headquarters density. Chicago anchors the market, with significant hiring also in Downers Grove and Lake County, where companies like Kraft Heinz, Baxter International, and Abbott maintain major procurement operations. The most in-demand specialties are indirect procurement, supplier diversity, and category management across complex, multi-tier supply chains. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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If you are a current Duly/SBC/QMG employee, please apply through the Internal Career Site.
At Duly Health and Care, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.
With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
- Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
- Employer provided life and disability insurance.
- $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
- Immediate 401(k) match.
- 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
- A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
- Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.
Position Overview
The Executive Director of Strategic Sourcing is the senior-most procurement leader in the organization and is accountable for the full strategy, performance, and integrity of Duly's procurement function. This executive sets the vision for how procurement creates competitive advantage — through disciplined spend management, strategic supplier relationships, clinical partnership, and a culture of operational excellence.
The ideal candidate leads with both strategic vision and operational credibility. They hold themselves and their teams to high standards without sacrificing the psychological safety needed for innovation and candor. They understand that healthcare procurement is not just a cost center — it is a patient safety function. They earn trust across clinical, financial, and operational stakeholders by demonstrating deep expertise, sound judgment, and a consistent commitment to doing what is right for the organization and the patients it serves.
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership
- Set and own the multi-year Procurement and Supply Chain Strategic Roadmap, aligning it to Duly's organizational strategy, financial targets, and clinical priorities
- Serve as the primary procurement voice on the senior leadership team; advise the CFO, COO, CMO, and Board-level committees on supply chain risk, spend strategy, and value opportunities
- Partner with service line leaders, clinical executives, and department heads to ensure procurement strategy reflects operational realities and clinical standards
- Lead enterprise-wide change management efforts building organizational buy-in across functions
Financial Performance & Value Delivery
- Deliver against annual savings, cost avoidance, and total cost of ownership targets; accountable for results across all spend categories
- Oversee the organization's GPO strategy and direct contracting portfolio
- Establish and enforce financial controls, purchase authority frameworks, and compliance standards
- Lead executive-level business reviews with strategic suppliers, ensuring contract value is fully realized
Operations, Governance & Compliance
- Ensure all procurement operations — sourcing, contracting, PO processing, supplier management, and facilities — are governed by robust policies, controls, and audit-ready documentation
- Define and own the enterprise procurement policy framework
- Oversee contract lifecycle management from negotiation through renewal
- Ensure full compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
- Serve as executive sponsor and champion adoption of tools that drive efficiency and visibility
Clinical & Administrative Value Partnership
- Collaborate with clinical leaders to ensure supply chain decisions support patient safety, care quality, and clinical efficacy
- Lead value analysis processes that integrate clinical evidence, physician preference, and financial impact
- Drive standardization initiatives that reduce unwarranted variation and improve outcomes & economics
People Leadership & Organizational Development
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing procurement organization; set clear expectations, foster accountability, and create pathways for professional growth
- Attract and retain top procurement talent; build organizational depth and succession readiness across all critical functions
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, intellectual curiosity, and collaborative problem-solving within the procurement function
- Establish and maintain a performance management framework that links individual goals to department and organizational outcomes
Qualifications
Required
- 15+ years of procurement and supply chain leadership experience, with 5+ years as Director+
- Demonstrated experience leading procurement in a complex, multi-site healthcare, hospital system, or similarly regulated enterprise environment
- Proven track record of delivering significant, measurable financial results through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management
- Deep expertise in clinical/non-clinical contract strategy, negotiation, and lifecycle management
- Experience partnering with C-suite and Board-level stakeholders
- Strong command of procurement technology platforms and data analytics tools
- Demonstrated success building and developing high-performing teams across multiple functional areas
- Fluency with healthcare compliance and regulatory frameworks: HIPAA, GLBA, PCI, SOC 2, etc.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Preferred
- MBA or advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- CPSM, CPM, FAHRMM, or equivalent advanced procurement/supply chain certification
- Experience with GPO strategy and contract portfolio management in a health system context
- Familiarity with value analysis methodologies and physician preference item (PPI) management
- Experience leading through merger, acquisition, or significant enterprise integration
If you are committed to putting our patients first and helping shape the future of care, you belong at Duly.
The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $146,706 - $220,064, with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
If you are a current Duly/SBC/QMG employee, please apply through the Internal Career Site.
At Duly Health and Care, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.
With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
- Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
- Employer provided life and disability insurance.
- $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
- Immediate 401(k) match.
- 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
- A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
- Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.
Position Overview
The Executive Director of Strategic Sourcing is the senior-most procurement leader in the organization and is accountable for the full strategy, performance, and integrity of Duly's procurement function. This executive sets the vision for how procurement creates competitive advantage — through disciplined spend management, strategic supplier relationships, clinical partnership, and a culture of operational excellence.
The ideal candidate leads with both strategic vision and operational credibility. They hold themselves and their teams to high standards without sacrificing the psychological safety needed for innovation and candor. They understand that healthcare procurement is not just a cost center — it is a patient safety function. They earn trust across clinical, financial, and operational stakeholders by demonstrating deep expertise, sound judgment, and a consistent commitment to doing what is right for the organization and the patients it serves.
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership
- Set and own the multi-year Procurement and Supply Chain Strategic Roadmap, aligning it to Duly's organizational strategy, financial targets, and clinical priorities
- Serve as the primary procurement voice on the senior leadership team; advise the CFO, COO, CMO, and Board-level committees on supply chain risk, spend strategy, and value opportunities
- Partner with service line leaders, clinical executives, and department heads to ensure procurement strategy reflects operational realities and clinical standards
- Lead enterprise-wide change management efforts building organizational buy-in across functions
Financial Performance & Value Delivery
- Deliver against annual savings, cost avoidance, and total cost of ownership targets; accountable for results across all spend categories
- Oversee the organization's GPO strategy and direct contracting portfolio
- Establish and enforce financial controls, purchase authority frameworks, and compliance standards
- Lead executive-level business reviews with strategic suppliers, ensuring contract value is fully realized
Operations, Governance & Compliance
- Ensure all procurement operations — sourcing, contracting, PO processing, supplier management, and facilities — are governed by robust policies, controls, and audit-ready documentation
- Define and own the enterprise procurement policy framework
- Oversee contract lifecycle management from negotiation through renewal
- Ensure full compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
- Serve as executive sponsor and champion adoption of tools that drive efficiency and visibility
Clinical & Administrative Value Partnership
- Collaborate with clinical leaders to ensure supply chain decisions support patient safety, care quality, and clinical efficacy
- Lead value analysis processes that integrate clinical evidence, physician preference, and financial impact
- Drive standardization initiatives that reduce unwarranted variation and improve outcomes & economics
People Leadership & Organizational Development
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing procurement organization; set clear expectations, foster accountability, and create pathways for professional growth
- Attract and retain top procurement talent; build organizational depth and succession readiness across all critical functions
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, intellectual curiosity, and collaborative problem-solving within the procurement function
- Establish and maintain a performance management framework that links individual goals to department and organizational outcomes
Qualifications
Required
- 15+ years of procurement and supply chain leadership experience, with 5+ years as Director+
- Demonstrated experience leading procurement in a complex, multi-site healthcare, hospital system, or similarly regulated enterprise environment
- Proven track record of delivering significant, measurable financial results through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management
- Deep expertise in clinical/non-clinical contract strategy, negotiation, and lifecycle management
- Experience partnering with C-suite and Board-level stakeholders
- Strong command of procurement technology platforms and data analytics tools
- Demonstrated success building and developing high-performing teams across multiple functional areas
- Fluency with healthcare compliance and regulatory frameworks: HIPAA, GLBA, PCI, SOC 2, etc.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Preferred
- MBA or advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- CPSM, CPM, FAHRMM, or equivalent advanced procurement/supply chain certification
- Experience with GPO strategy and contract portfolio management in a health system context
- Familiarity with value analysis methodologies and physician preference item (PPI) management
- Experience leading through merger, acquisition, or significant enterprise integration
If you are committed to putting our patients first and helping shape the future of care, you belong at Duly.
The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $146,706 - $220,064, with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of strategic sourcing jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive strategic sourcing or procurement experience
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional sourcing teams and managing senior supplier relationships
- Strong background in contract negotiation, category strategy, and cost reduction initiatives
- Proficiency with procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle Procurement
- Certified Professional in Supply Management or similar credential strongly preferred by Illinois employers
Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a director of strategic sourcing in Illinois?
Illinois does not require a state-issued license to work as a director of strategic sourcing. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or engineering, followed by progressive procurement or sourcing roles. Most Illinois employers at this level look for candidates who have held manager or senior manager titles in corporate procurement. The Institute for Supply Management's Certified Professional in Supply Management designation is widely recognized by large Illinois-based companies and meaningfully strengthens a candidacy.
Which companies hire director of strategic sourcings in Illinois?
Employers hiring director of strategic sourcings in Illinois right now include CNH Industrial, ITW, and Duly Health and Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's high concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, particularly in the Chicago metro, means many of these openings sit within large enterprise procurement functions with global scope.
Which Illinois cities have the most director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Chicago, Oak Brook, and Glenview account for the most director of strategic sourcing openings in Illinois. Chicago leads because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters and major hospital systems, while suburban markets like Downers Grove and Lake County generate consistent demand from large manufacturing and life sciences companies whose procurement leadership teams are based there rather than in the city center.
Are there remote director of strategic sourcing jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many senior operations roles, because strategic sourcing at the director level centers on analysis, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional stakeholder management that can be conducted remotely. About 69% of director of strategic sourcing openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more common structure among large Illinois employers. Fully remote roles tend to appear most often in indirect procurement categories where supplier site visits are infrequent.
How can I get hired as a director of strategic sourcing in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a sourcing analyst or procurement specialist role at a large Illinois employer, then building toward a category manager position over several years. Companies like Caterpillar, Walgreens, and Illinois-based hospital systems regularly hire into structured procurement rotational or development programs that build the cross-functional exposure directors need. Earning the Certified Professional in Supply Management designation early signals seriousness to Illinois hiring managers and compensates for a shorter work history.
Where can I find and apply to director of strategic sourcing jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to director of strategic sourcing jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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