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Senior Director, Procurement

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Hybrid
Boston, MA
194K-243K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Boston, MA
194K-243K Annually
Senior level
Leads enterprise procurement strategy, strategic sourcing, category management, supplier governance, negotiations, and procurement transformation. Manages and develops the procurement team, partners with executives, mitigates supplier and commercial risk, and uses financial analysis, market intelligence, AI, automation, and procurement technologies to improve business value and performance.
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At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It's transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We're not waiting for the future to arrive. We're shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Senior Director, Procurement, you'll shape the future of our procurement strategy, leading a high-performing team and driving strategic sourcing and category management across the business. You'll partner with executive leaders to strengthen supplier relationships, lead high-impact negotiations, and unlock opportunities that deliver measurable business value. Through data-driven insights, market intelligence, and emerging technologies, you'll advance our procurement capabilities, manage risk, and position Procurement as a strategic partner in supporting DraftKings' continued growth.
What you'll do as a Senior Director, Procurement
  • Lead and develop a high-performing Procurement Team, providing strategic direction, coaching, and mentorship to strengthen capabilities and drive results.
  • Own the enterprise-wide procurement strategy, category management approach, and sourcing roadmap, aligning priorities with long-term business objectives.
  • Partner with executive and senior leaders to shape sourcing decisions, identify opportunities, and align procurement strategies with business priorities.
  • Develop and execute category strategies that optimize supplier relationships, deliver measurable value, and mitigate commercial and operational risks.
  • Lead complex sourcing initiatives, high-value commercial negotiations, and strategic supplier partnerships to achieve strong business outcomes.
  • Use financial analysis, market intelligence, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled tools to uncover opportunities, inform decisions, and improve procurement performance.
  • Establish supplier governance, performance management, and risk mitigation frameworks that strengthen accountability and drive continuous improvement.
  • Champion procurement transformation by improving processes, advancing technology adoption, and strengthening collaboration across Finance, Legal, Compliance, Technology, and Operations Teams.

What you'll bring
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • At least 12 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, procurement, supplier management, or a related commercial function.
  • Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Deep expertise in enterprise-wide procurement strategy, category management, complex commercial negotiations, and strategic supplier relationship management.
  • A track record of developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver measurable financial value, improve operational performance, and mitigate risk.
  • Strong executive presence and the ability to influence senior leadership, build trusted partnerships, and drive alignment across diverse business functions.
  • Advanced financial and analytical acumen, with experience using market intelligence, AI, automation, and procurement technologies to inform strategic decisions.
  • Exceptional communication, organizational leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate competing priorities and drive meaningful change. Experience in sports betting, iGaming, fantasy sports, technology, financial services, or other regulated industries is a plus.

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We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is 194,000.00 USD - 242,500.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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