Director of Procurement Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Director of Procurement 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Charlotte, NC 28209 Join the Fast Lane of Growth at Whistle Express Whistle Express Car Wash is on a mission to become the most loved, most trusted express car wash brand in America. With 500+ locations across 23 states, we’re looking for a Director of Procurement who’s ready to build, scale, and lead a procurement function from the ground up. Our ideal candidate brings proven leadership in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and thrives in creating systems that drive results. If you’re a strategic thinker with deep negotiation skills and a passion for excellence, this role was made for you. Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do At Whistle Express, we lead with values—because it’s not just about what we do, but how we do it. Growth

• We grow people and possibilities. As you develop Whistle’s procurement function, you’ll also grow your own career in a culture built for acceleration. Ownership
• You’ll own your strategy, your team, and the results—bringing entrepreneurial energy to every supplier conversation and system rollout. Accountability
• You’ll lead with integrity, setting high standards and holding your team and vendors accountable for exceptional execution. Transparency
• Open communication and honest collaboration will be the backbone of your success—both internally and externally. Pride in What We Do
• From negotiating contracts to implementing processes, you’ll take pride in building something meaningful, sustainable, and impactful.

Your Role as

Director of Procurement Key Responsibilities:

Be a player-coach : Build the procurement department from scratch while leading a nimble, high-performing team of buyers. Integrate and optimize procurement functions across Whistle Express ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance. Establish best-in-class systems and processes to support multi-site field operations across the U.S. Identify, evaluate, and nurture relationships with industry-specific suppliers , ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and reliability goals. Negotiate vendor agreements that support Whistle’s growth and cost-efficiency goals. Deliver measurable cost savings through smart purchasing strategies and sourcing innovation. Track, report, and drive improvement across key performance metrics , ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement. Lead with purpose, adaptability, and agility— no two days will be the same in this evolving, high-growth environment.

Travel Requirements:

Minimal travel, approximately 5% to car wash sites, vendor meetings, and industry trade shows.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

5+ years in procurement or supply chain leadership, ideally in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. Track record of building and managing teams with a focus on results and accountability. Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred:

Experience in car wash, automotive services, industrials, or manufacturing industries. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary + Annual Performance Bonus Generous PTO Full Benefits Package including: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 401(k) with

Company Match Employee Discounts Flexible Scheduling Professional Development Support Relocation Assistance Behaviors Required Functional Expert:

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Innovative:

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Leader:

Inspires teammates to follow them

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations Required Entrepreneurial Spirit:

Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Goal Completion:

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.