Director, Strategic Vendor Management

The Director, Strategic Vendor Management, for Crocs Trading Company, Singapore is responsible for leading the Strategic Sourcing function for Crocs Inc. Reporting to the VP, Sourcing Shared Services, this role sits within the Sourcing team and plays a key part in driving Strategic sourcing, Elevating Vendor management process, harmonizing and optimizing processes across Crocs and HEYDUDE brand, and handling multi stakeholders Sourcing Projects.

Key Responsibility Areas:

- Strategy Development and Execution

- Supplier and Vendor Management

- Sourcing Project Management

- Process Ownership and Optimization

- Team Leadership

• Drive the Sourcing Strategy with focus on Vendor Performance and Country of Origin Diversification in conjunction to company's Long-Range Plans
• Manage KPI linked Business Volume Allocation to vendors at Global scale
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align goals, strategies and execution road maps
• Maintain strong relationships with Vendors and internal cross functional teams and build an inclusive collaborative environment
• Track key performance indicators and deliver actionable insights through regular reporting and analysis.
• Innovate by championing new tools, technologies, and processes that improve efficiency and scalability.
• Connect cross-functionally with Brand Sourcing Operations team, Supply Chain Strategy team, Origin Logistics, and finance teams to ensure cohesive execution.
• Achieve operational excellence through continuous improvement and challenging status quo.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE (JOB REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS):

. Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain or Strategy Management

. Minimum 10 years of experience in Sourcing, with at least 3 years in Strategy function

. Background knowledge in footwear category is a must.

. Strong negotiation and project management.

. Deep understanding of global sourcing dynamics.

. Effective communicator with executive presence.

. Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems.

. Highly proficient in Excel and BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

. Proficient in oral and written English communication.