Procurement Director Jobs in Texas
Procurement Director jobs in Texas are in active demand across energy, defense, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, with openings at every level from senior manager stepping up to director through chief procurement officer. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, where major employers like ExxonMobil, Raytheon Technologies, and H-E-B maintain substantial procurement operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas right now are energy supply chain, government and defense contracting, and strategic sourcing for large-scale distribution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Procurement leads category management, supplier partnerships, and purchasing for the Engineered Structures business unit. With steel as the primary category, this leader works in partnership with the Race Rock VP of Strategic Sourcing to develop supply agreements and reliable supply solutions across critical direct and indirect categories, including hardware, contract manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), and other materials and services. The role translates multi-site demand into sourcing strategies, building supplier capability, and driving continuous supplier performance improvement to support profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sourcing and Category Management
- Lead multi-category sourcing strategy, with steel plate and structural steel as primary priorities, alongside hardware, contract manufacturing and outsourced capacity, MRO, and other critical materials and services for the Engineered Structures business unit
- Own category management plans with assigned category leadership, supplier segmentation, market intelligence, sourcing objectives, supply assurance strategies, and measurable performance targets
- Aggregate demand across Engineered Structures facilities/sites, identify specification standardization opportunities
- Lead supplier selection, qualification, and competitive sourcing activities in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations
2. Steel Mill Partnerships and Commercial Agreements
- Foster and support relationships with steel mills, service centers, contract manufacturers, and other strategic supply partners across direct and indirect categories
- Manage category-wide supply agreements covering pricing mechanisms, long-term contracts, volume and capacity commitments, lead times, freight terms, service levels, and supply protections
- Develop scheduled mill rolling, capacity reservations, consignment, alternative supply, and outsourced manufacturing arrangements, including scalable contract manufacturing capacity to support demand surges
- Optimize mill-direct versus service-center sourcing based on total delivered cost, supplier performance, and working capital management
- Monitor relevant category markets, supplier capacity, material availability, and contractual performance; establish alternatives and contingency plans for critical supply risks
3. Demand Translation and Supply Alignment
- Partner with S&OP, Planning, Operations, and Engineering to convert forecasts, project demand, specifications, and production schedules into category-level sourcing requirements
- Align purchasing commitments and supplier capacity with business growth plans, production priorities, and inventory objectives
- Identify long-lead material exposure and proactively resolve constraints before they affect manufacturing or customer commitments
4. Centralized Purchasing Leadership and Operating Model
- Lead, coach, and develop centralized purchasing personnel, including category buyers responsible for purchasing across multiple sites, regardless of their physical work location
- Establish common purchasing policies, processes, analytics, approval controls, and performance expectations
- Provide functional sourcing direction and standards to site buyers who report to their local site leadership; partner with those managers to align execution with category agreements
- Clarify decision rights, handoffs, and escalation pathways between centralized category buyers, site purchasing, and planning teams
- Build organizational capabilities and support the transition to the future-state hybrid purchasing model
5. Supplier Performance and Business Results
- Establish an ongoing supplier performance management system with regularly updated scorecards and reporting on on-time delivery, quality, cost, responsiveness, capacity, and contract compliance
- Lead structured supplier performance reviews at defined intervals, communicate results to internal stakeholders, assign corrective actions, and track resolution and sustained improvement
- Escalate chronic supplier performance issues, drive cross-functional recovery plans, and deliver measurable savings, cost avoidance, supply assurance, and inventory improvements
- Report supplier performance trends, category initiatives, sourcing results, market developments, and significant risks to the COO and business leadership on a consistent cadence
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain experience, including people leadership
- Demonstrated success developing direct steel mill relationships, negotiating supply agreements, and managing steel sourcing economics
- Experience leading multi-category sourcing, supplier performance management, and purchasing activities across multiple manufacturing locations
- Ability to translate complex demand and production requirements into sourcing strategies and supplier commitments
- Strong commercial, financial, analytical, negotiation, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
- Experience in engineered-to-order, structural steel fabrication, or heavy industrial manufacturing
- Knowledge of steel grades, specifications, rolling practices, plate dimensions, and mill production programs
- Experience building or transforming a centralized or hybrid strategic sourcing and purchasing organization
- Experience with outsourced manufacturing agreements, consignment, supplier-managed inventory, ERP systems, and procurement analytics
This position requires regular travel to manufacturing sites, steel mills and strategic suppliers. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination/medical history check. A valid Texas driver’s license is required.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Competitive Benefits & Programs
Excellence is a non-negotiable aspect of our culture. In addition to a thriving workplace environment, a comprehensive benefits package is provided for our employees including:
Paid Holidays & PTO
Medical, Dental & Vision
401(k) Plan
Maternity/Paid Leave
Short/Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Life/AD&D Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Race Rock Values
At Race Rock, our values are the heartbeat of our organization, shaping our culture and defining our commitment to excellence, innovation, and safety.
A culture embodied by operating principles known as H.E.A.R.T.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Procurement leads category management, supplier partnerships, and purchasing for the Engineered Structures business unit. With steel as the primary category, this leader works in partnership with the Race Rock VP of Strategic Sourcing to develop supply agreements and reliable supply solutions across critical direct and indirect categories, including hardware, contract manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), and other materials and services. The role translates multi-site demand into sourcing strategies, building supplier capability, and driving continuous supplier performance improvement to support profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sourcing and Category Management
- Lead multi-category sourcing strategy, with steel plate and structural steel as primary priorities, alongside hardware, contract manufacturing and outsourced capacity, MRO, and other critical materials and services for the Engineered Structures business unit
- Own category management plans with assigned category leadership, supplier segmentation, market intelligence, sourcing objectives, supply assurance strategies, and measurable performance targets
- Aggregate demand across Engineered Structures facilities/sites, identify specification standardization opportunities
- Lead supplier selection, qualification, and competitive sourcing activities in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Operations
2. Steel Mill Partnerships and Commercial Agreements
- Foster and support relationships with steel mills, service centers, contract manufacturers, and other strategic supply partners across direct and indirect categories
- Manage category-wide supply agreements covering pricing mechanisms, long-term contracts, volume and capacity commitments, lead times, freight terms, service levels, and supply protections
- Develop scheduled mill rolling, capacity reservations, consignment, alternative supply, and outsourced manufacturing arrangements, including scalable contract manufacturing capacity to support demand surges
- Optimize mill-direct versus service-center sourcing based on total delivered cost, supplier performance, and working capital management
- Monitor relevant category markets, supplier capacity, material availability, and contractual performance; establish alternatives and contingency plans for critical supply risks
3. Demand Translation and Supply Alignment
- Partner with S&OP, Planning, Operations, and Engineering to convert forecasts, project demand, specifications, and production schedules into category-level sourcing requirements
- Align purchasing commitments and supplier capacity with business growth plans, production priorities, and inventory objectives
- Identify long-lead material exposure and proactively resolve constraints before they affect manufacturing or customer commitments
4. Centralized Purchasing Leadership and Operating Model
- Lead, coach, and develop centralized purchasing personnel, including category buyers responsible for purchasing across multiple sites, regardless of their physical work location
- Establish common purchasing policies, processes, analytics, approval controls, and performance expectations
- Provide functional sourcing direction and standards to site buyers who report to their local site leadership; partner with those managers to align execution with category agreements
- Clarify decision rights, handoffs, and escalation pathways between centralized category buyers, site purchasing, and planning teams
- Build organizational capabilities and support the transition to the future-state hybrid purchasing model
5. Supplier Performance and Business Results
- Establish an ongoing supplier performance management system with regularly updated scorecards and reporting on on-time delivery, quality, cost, responsiveness, capacity, and contract compliance
- Lead structured supplier performance reviews at defined intervals, communicate results to internal stakeholders, assign corrective actions, and track resolution and sustained improvement
- Escalate chronic supplier performance issues, drive cross-functional recovery plans, and deliver measurable savings, cost avoidance, supply assurance, and inventory improvements
- Report supplier performance trends, category initiatives, sourcing results, market developments, and significant risks to the COO and business leadership on a consistent cadence
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain experience, including people leadership
- Demonstrated success developing direct steel mill relationships, negotiating supply agreements, and managing steel sourcing economics
- Experience leading multi-category sourcing, supplier performance management, and purchasing activities across multiple manufacturing locations
- Ability to translate complex demand and production requirements into sourcing strategies and supplier commitments
- Strong commercial, financial, analytical, negotiation, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
- Experience in engineered-to-order, structural steel fabrication, or heavy industrial manufacturing
- Knowledge of steel grades, specifications, rolling practices, plate dimensions, and mill production programs
- Experience building or transforming a centralized or hybrid strategic sourcing and purchasing organization
- Experience with outsourced manufacturing agreements, consignment, supplier-managed inventory, ERP systems, and procurement analytics
This position requires regular travel to manufacturing sites, steel mills and strategic suppliers. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination/medical history check. A valid Texas driver’s license is required.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Competitive Benefits & Programs
Excellence is a non-negotiable aspect of our culture. In addition to a thriving workplace environment, a comprehensive benefits package is provided for our employees including:
Paid Holidays & PTO
Medical, Dental & Vision
401(k) Plan
Maternity/Paid Leave
Short/Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Life/AD&D Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Race Rock Values
At Race Rock, our values are the heartbeat of our organization, shaping our culture and defining our commitment to excellence, innovation, and safety.
A culture embodied by operating principles known as H.E.A.R.T.
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The qualifications that appear most often in procurement director jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field required
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or CPM designation strongly preferred
- Minimum of seven to ten years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience
- Demonstrated experience managing large vendor contracts and supplier negotiations
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle in a Texas enterprise environment
- Experience in a Texas-relevant sector such as energy, defense, or healthcare procurement
Procurement Director Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a procurement director in Texas?
Most procurement directors in Texas start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field and build toward the role through senior buyer or procurement manager positions. Texas does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers strongly favor the Certified Professional in Supply Management credential offered by the Institute for Supply Management. A proven record of managing large contracts in Texas industries like energy, defense, or healthcare accelerates the path considerably.
How much do procurement directors make in Texas?
Procurement directors in Texas earn a median of about $134,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,340 for the lowest 10% to over $212,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire procurement directors in Texas?
Employers hiring procurement directors in Texas right now include IDEA Public Schools, BMO Financial, and United Surgical Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy majors, large defense contractors, and regional healthcare systems means procurement director demand here tends to be broad and relatively consistent across multiple sectors.
Which Texas cities have the most procurement director jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Irving account for the largest share of procurement director openings in Texas. Houston leads on the strength of its energy and petrochemical supply chains, Dallas draws corporate headquarters and distribution-focused roles, and San Antonio benefits from its dense cluster of defense contractors and large healthcare networks like University Health.
Are there remote procurement director jobs in Texas?
Yes, and they are more common than in most comparable leadership roles. About 86% of procurement director openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on vendor negotiations, contract review, and cross-functional strategy rather than physical site oversight. Fully remote roles are most prevalent in technology and corporate services procurement, while energy and manufacturing positions typically require more on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a procurement director in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a procurement analyst or buyer role at a large Texas employer, then advancing through a senior buyer or procurement manager position before moving to director level. Organizations like Texas Children's Hospital, Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, and large energy companies in the Houston area regularly bring on procurement professionals at the analyst level. Earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management credential early gives candidates a concrete edge when competing for roles at Texas-based employers who treat it as a baseline qualification.
Where can I find and apply to procurement director jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to procurement director jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and target sector, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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