Senior Director Procurement - Supply Chain and Stores

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Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions...about inspiring stores and irresistible products...about the excitement of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We've been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Senior Director, Supply Chain & Stores Procurement is a visionary leader accountable for all procurement categories supporting Macy's stores, including logistics, facilities, supplies, and capital equipment and fixtures (excluding technology hardware). This role champions innovative sourcing strategies, cultivates strong supplier and stakeholder relationships, and leverages external market insights to create commercial advantage. Through strategic leadership, the Senior Director ensures Macy's delivers exceptional value, elevates the in-store experience, and remains at the forefront of supplier-led innovation.

What You Will Do

Senior Director-Owned Activities (Vision, Strategy, and Standards):

• Articulate and inspire a bold vision for supply chain and stores procurement, anticipating future trends and aligning strategies with Macy's transformation priorities.
• Lead procurement innovation by proactively identifying new solutions, technologies, and market opportunities that drive commercial advantage and operational excellence.
• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders, fostering trust, collaboration, and shared accountability for results.
• Champion Macy's as a customer of choice, motivating suppliers to bring forward their best ideas, capabilities, and innovations.
• Establish standards of excellence through strong governance, compliance, and process frameworks that enable performance and continuous improvement.
• Leverage external market intelligence and best practices to inform strategy and unlock incremental value for the business.
• Define, track, and manage key functional KPIs, using data-driven insights to measure performance, communicate impact, and drive accountability.
• Represent procurement at the executive level, influencing enterprise strategy and advocating for the needs of stores colleagues and customers.
• Develop and inspire talent, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and high performance that attracts and retains top procurement professionals.

Team-Driven Activities (Execution and Process Delivery):

• Deliver innovative sourcing and category management strategies that maximize value and support Macy's operational and customer experience objectives.
• Manage complex supplier relationships and negotiations to achieve breakthrough results and long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Implement and optimize procurement tools, systems, and processes to enable efficient and effective execution.
• Partner cross-functionally with stores, supply chain, finance, and other stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver tailored procurement solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, automate processes, and enhance overall performance.
• Report on outcomes and impact, providing clear, actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Promote ongoing learning and capability building, ensuring the team remains current with industry trends and procurement best practices.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills You Will Need

Strategic Procurement Leadership: Proven ability to set and execute a bold, enterprise-wide procurement vision that aligns with business transformation goals and delivers measurable commercial value.

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Expertise: Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and procurement operations across logistics, facilities, supplies, and capital equipment and fixtures.

Advanced Negotiation & Commercial Acumen: Advanced negotiation skills with a strong understanding of complex commercial contracting and innovative partnership models that drive long-term value.

Supplier Relationship & Ecosystem Management: Demonstrated success building and managing complex, high-value supplier partnerships while fostering supplier-led innovation and collaboration.

Market Insight & Innovation Orientation: Ability to leverage external market intelligence, professional networks, and industry trends to identify new opportunities, technologies, and sourcing strategies.

Executive Communication & Influence: Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence executive leaders and represent procurement at the enterprise level.

Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Making: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using KPIs and insights to measure performance, manage risk, and drive accountability.

Change Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Experience leading transformation initiatives, optimizing tools and processes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to partner effectively with stores, supply chain, finance, and other business leaders to deliver integrated, customer-focused solutions.

People Leadership & Talent Development: Experience developing, inspiring, and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of learning, growth, and performance excellence.

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in logistics and 10+ years of professional senior-level procurement experience. Retail / CPG experience preferred.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities. Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!

This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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