Procurement Director

Procurement Director

Life360's mission is to keep people close to the ones they love. Our category-leading mobile app and Tile tracking devices empower members to protect the people, pets, and things they care about most with various services, including location sharing, safe driver reports, and crash detection with emergency dispatch. Life360 serves approximately 88 million monthly active users (MAU), as of June 2025 across more than 180 countries.

Life360 delivers peace of mind and enhances everyday family life with seamless coordination for all the moments that matter, big and small. By continuing to innovate and deliver for our customers, we have become a household name and the must-have mobile-based membership for families (and those friends who are basically family).

Life360 is a remote first company, which means a remote work environment will be the primary experience for all employees. All positions, unless otherwise specified, can be performed remotely (within the US and Canada) regardless of any specified location above.

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Procurement Director to drive value through effective sourcing strategies, supplier management, and operational excellence. This role will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that align with our organizational goals while optimizing costs, mitigating risks, and ensuring supply chain continuity.

The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of leading high-performing procurement teams, negotiating complex contracts, and implementing best practices that deliver measurable business impact. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance long-term planning with day-to-day operational needs while fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

The US based salary range for this position is $163,500 to 238,500. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary- therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits, as well as equity.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership : The Procurement Director will develop and execute comprehensive procurement strategies that support the organization's objectives, including cost optimization, quality improvement, and risk mitigation. This involves conducting market analysis, identifying opportunities for competitive advantage, and leading strategic sourcing initiatives across all categories of spend. You will establish procurement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls. You will also have a key role in M&A situations in both due diligence and integration phases.

Team Management and Development : This role reports to the VP of Procurement and is at this point a senior individual contributor role.

Supplier Relationship Management : Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure optimal performance, innovation, and value creation. This includes conducting supplier evaluations, leading contract negotiations, managing supplier performance scorecards, and developing supplier diversity programs. You will establish partnership frameworks with critical suppliers while maintaining robust contingency planning for supply chain disruptions.

Financial Management and Cost Optimization : Drive cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives through strategic sourcing, demand management, and process improvements. You will develop and manage the procurement budget, track savings metrics, and provide regular financial reporting to executive leadership. This role requires strong analytical skills to identify trends, opportunities, and risks within spending data.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with departments across the organization including Finance, Operations, Legal, IT, and Business Units to understand requirements, align procurement activities with business needs, and ensure seamless execution. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on procurement matters and participate in strategic planning initiatives.

Process Improvement and Technology : Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience. Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of procurement technologies including orchestration platforms and AI adoption, contract management systems, and spend analytics tools. Drive adoption of best practices and standardization across the procurement function.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 15 years of progressive procurement experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience managing procurement operations with significant annual spend ($150M+) in the technology sector - covering both indirect and direct spend (hardware, devices)
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic sourcing programs
• Experience in M&A due diligence and post-merger integration phases

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Personal Attributes :

We are looking for a results-oriented leader who demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, and ethical decision-making. The successful candidate will be collaborative and approachable while holding high standards for performance. You should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and adapting to changing business needs. Strong business acumen, customer service orientation, and a continuous improvement mindset are essential.

Our Benefits

Life360 Values

Our company's mission driven culture is guided by our shared values to create a trusted work environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and make a positive difference.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We believe that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic best selves to work.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Life360. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any legally protected status. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful. Even if you don't meet 100% of the below qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying!