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Chief Procurement Officer (Contractor/1099) – Sandy Springs, GA

Wanted: dynamic and creative individuals ready to connect with a like-minded team. You’ll enjoy all the autonomy you need to help our clients make their digital infrastructure faster and more effective. Free reign for free spirits doesn’t mean you’ve got to go it alone. Over 1400 teammates from around the globe are eager to help you out when things get down to wire. Their expertise will put you on the winning path and keep you there.

Position Overview

The Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Contractor is a senior executive responsible for developing and leading the organization's global procurement and sourcing strategy. The CPO Contractor oversees supplier management, strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, procurement operations, cost optimization, risk management, and sustainability initiatives to ensure the organization obtains goods and services efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with business objectives.

The CPO Contractor collaborates with business leaders across functions to drive value creation, improve supplier performance, strengthen supply chain resilience, and support organizational growth.

This is a contractor role with a possibility of converting to a full-time position in the future.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the enterprise-wide procurement strategy aligned with corporate goals
• Establish procurement policies, governance frameworks, and operating procedures
• Lead procurement transformation initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on procurement and supply chain matters

Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Oversee strategic sourcing and category management across all spend areas
• Build, maintain, and optimize relationships with key suppliers and strategic partners
• Negotiate high-value contracts, pricing agreements, and supplier terms
• Drive supplier performance management through KPIs and regular business reviews

Financial & Cost Management

• Identify and deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation opportunities
• Manage procurement budgets and spending controls
• Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across procurement categories
• Support financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes

Risk & Compliance

• Develop supplier risk management programs to mitigate operational, financial, geopolitical, and sustainability risks
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards
• Establish contingency plans and sourcing strategies for business continuity
• Monitor supplier adherence to contractual obligations and ethical standards

Supply Chain & Operations

• Collaborate with operations, finance, legal, and business units to ensure procurement effectiveness
• Improve procurement processes, systems, and digital capabilities
• Oversee procurement technology platforms, analytics, and reporting
• Drive inventory, logistics, and supply continuity initiatives where applicable

Sustainability & ESG

• Lead responsible sourcing and supplier diversity programs
• Integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into procurement decisions
• Promote ethical business practices throughout the supplier ecosystem
• Monitor sustainability performance of suppliers and procurement activities

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build and lead high-performing procurement teams
• Develop talent pipelines, succession plans, and leadership capabilities
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration
• Establish performance objectives and drive employee engagement
  

Required Skillsets

• This is a Contractor/1099 role and is onsite at the client location in Sandy Springs, GA.
• 15+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, ITO, BPO, supply chain, or commercial leadership experience
• 8+ years in senior leadership or executive-level procurement roles
• Proven experience managing large-scale procurement operations and strategic supplier relationships
• Demonstrated success in driving cost savings and procurement transformation initiatives

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred
  

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS/FCIPS)
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• Lean Six Sigma certification

At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ISG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

The duties and responsibilities described in this job description may not be a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the contractor from time to time and/or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.