Associate Procurement Director

Associate Director Of Category Procurement Upstream & ResinsClorox is the place that's committed to growth for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team.Are you ready to make an impact on a global scale? We're looking for an experienced and driven Associate Director of Category Procurement Upstream & Resins to join our Global Procurement team. In this role, you'll lead strategies that manage $200 million in spend across 20 key suppliers, helping fuel $7 billion in sales across all of our brands worldwide. You'll be at the center of critical categoriesincluding Resins, PCR, and Masterbatchthat shape our diverse product portfolio. As a strategic leader, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply continuity, unlock innovation, and deliver results that exceed expectations in cost, quality, and sustainability. This role offers the opportunity to own the global strategy. If you're passionate about delivering world-class procurement performance and making a measurable impact, we'd love to connect.In this role, you will:Develop and execute global procurement strategies for Upstream & Resins, driving cost efficiency, service, quality, innovation, and sustainability.Build strategic supplier partnerships to ensure supply continuity, performance excellence, and co-innovation opportunities.Deliver annual savings targets through sourcing strategies, value engineering, and spend optimization.Partner cross-functionally with finance, R&D, marketing, manufacturing, and sustainability teams to align procurement initiatives with business priorities.Provide stakeholders with insights on market trends, supplier capabilities, and best practices to support informed decision-making.What we look for:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.8 years of demonstrated experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.Proven experience managing packaging procurement categories within a CPG or manufacturing environment.Strong negotiation skills with a history of delivering cost savings and value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.Knowledge of supply chain risk management, including supplier risk assessment, market intelligence, and scenario planning.Proficiency with procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba, or similar platforms).Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Experience building and leading high-performing teams.Understanding of sustainable sourcing practices, with experience implementing initiatives that drive environmental and social impact.Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments with changing priorities and diverse product portfolios.Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier relationships.Workplace type: RemoteOur values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That's why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive.At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.Zone A: $153,700 - $309,000Zone B: $140,900 - $283,300Zone C: $128,100 - $257,500All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox's incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.