Director, Procurement

Centene Corporation

. Determine the strategy for procurement governance, standards, and regulatory operations across the corporation .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $134,600 - $249,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement governance, contract compliance, and regulatory operations, with a strong focus on developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with corporate objectives. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders through effective communication.

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Procurement Governance StrategyContract Compliance MonitoringLeadership In ProcurementProcurement Process DevelopmentRegulatory Contract Execution

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Hard Skills

Procurement LawVendor ManagementContracting StandardsPolicy DevelopmentKPI DevelopmentAudit ReadinessChange ManagementCompliance ReportingNegotiation StandardsProcess Controls

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersTraining And PromotionEthical PracticesFairness In Transactions

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Procurement ManagerState Bar License

Industry Keywords

Procurement StandardsGovernance FrameworksComplex Contract RequirementsMergers And AcquisitionsCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Determine the strategy for procurement governance, standards, and regulatory operations across the corporation
Oversee implementation of purchasing policy and process controls, audit readiness, negotiation standards for business and legal contract terms, and governance performance metrics
Oversee procurement contracting standards, including templates, clause libraries, and contract compliance monitoring
Establish policies and procedures for Procurement requests and manage governance, audit, and compliance reporting
Provide contractual agreement and document review and escalation
Create and implement procurement governance strategy aligned with corporate goals and objectives
Execute regulatory contracts and requirements with suppliers
Maintain ethical practices and fairness in transactions and contacts
Train and promote Procurement standards within the organization
Research trends and advances in regulatory requirements to support appropriate decisions
Develop and monitor policy and process adherence, dashboards, executive scorecards, KPIs, and SLA reporting
Lead Procurement support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, integrations, operating model design, and Procurement transformation
Govern internal and external communications from Procurement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
Bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain management, business, finance, or related field
Law degree or master’s degree
7+ years of procurement experience, preferably with purchases involving complex contract requirements
Experience developing and implementing procurement processes and vendor management programs
Extensive knowledge of procurement law and specific legal risks associated with procurement practices and contract language
Leadership experience in procurement, governance or compliance, including developing policies and processes, building governance frameworks, leading complex cross-functional projects, and leading audit readiness
Knowledge of contracting standards, change management and KPI development
Strong executive communication skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders without direct authority
State bar or Certified Procurement Manager preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Health insurance
401K plan
Stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off plus holidays
Flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation