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Interim Director of Procurement Project Management

Interim Director of Procurement Project Management

TalascendCharlotte, NC, United States
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Talascend is currently seeking a Interim Director of Procurement Project Management for a contract opportunity with our client in Charlotte, North Carolina .

Overview

You will play a critical role in supporting procurement functions during a period of organizational transition, including company splits. You will be embedded within the Digital Procurement team, managing high-impact projects that enhance sourcing, procurement, AI, and supply chain processes across business units.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple procurement and AI-related projects from initiation to completion.
  • Coordinate across substreams including Ariba deployment, Ivalua enhancements, training development, and communications.
  • Serve as the first line of defense for escalations, providing regular updates and readouts to leadership.
  • Consolidate and report weekly project statuses across all substreams.
  • Build and deliver executive-level reports and presentations.
  • Distill complex issues into actionable steps and communicate them effectively to stakeholders.
  • Work closely with procurement, IT, and functional leaders to ensure consistent deployment of digital procurement solutions.
  • Support external IT partners and vendors to ensure alignment with implementation standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors or advanced degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in procurement and project management.

    • Requirements

  • Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects without direct authority.
  • Strong understanding of procurement strategies, sourcing, and supplier management.
  • Proficiency in financial and budget management.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with software implementation methodologies and process mapping.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to simplify complex problems into clear, actionable plans.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across diverse teams.

    • Preferred Requirements

  • Experience with digital procurement platforms (Ivalua, SAP / Ariba).
  • Background in supply chain systems and sourcing processes (strategic sourcing, contract management, logistics).
  • Experience developing training materials and process documentation.

    • We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

    Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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