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The Sr Director Indirect Non-Tech Procurement is a leadership role responsible for managing and optimizing the procurement of all non-technical, non-product spend (indirect goods & services). This leader will develop and execute procurement strategy, drive cost-savings, manage supplier relationships, mitigate risk, build category expertise (non-tech), and lead a high performing procurement team. They will report into senior leadership (e.g., SVP or CPO) and partner closely with business functions (Facilities, HR, Marketing, Professional Services, Travel, etc.).
What you will do:
* Develop and drive the end-to-end strategy for indirect procurement (non-tech categories such as Facilities, Marketing & Advertising agencies, Travel, Professional Services, HR Services, Office Supplies, Utilities, Facilities Management, etc.), including all sourcing, vendor management and contract management functions.
* Lead category management across major non-tech indirect spend categories: conduct spend analysis, supplier optimization, supplier market intelligence, sourcing strategy, negotiation, contract & supplier performance management.
* Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships; negotiate best-in-class agreements and SLAs; ensure service levels, continuity and value for money.
* Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing, Facilities, Business Unit leaders) to align procurement strategies with business objectives, influence budget owners, and ensure procurement governance, compliance and controls.
* Deliver cost-savings and value creation: identify sourcing & rationalization opportunities, implement cost avoidance initiatives, monitor savings pipelines and deliver measurable results.
* Develop and drive procurement policies, processes and controls for indirect spend: governance, ethics, supplier diversity, ESG/inclusion, compliance.
* Lead process improvement, digitization and operational excellence in procurement: adopt e-sourcing, contract-lifecycle management, purchase-to-pay and 3-way matching automation and reporting tools.
* Build, lead and coach the procurement team: define organizational structure, recruit talent, set performance objectives, mentor staff, and instill continuous improvement mindset.
* Identify and mitigate risks in the indirect supply base: supplier risk, market/commodity risk, business continuity, contract risk.
* Establish and monitor procurement performance metrics (KPIs) for indirect categories: cost savings, contract compliance, supplier performance, cycle-times, stakeholder satisfaction; report to senior leadership and adjust strategy accordingly.
* Support the company's growth, scalability and agility through procurement: ensure the indirect sourcing function is scalable, flexible and aligned with business change.
What you will bring:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Procurement, or related field.
* Significant experience (typically years) in procurement or strategic sourcing, with extensive leadership experience in indirect/non-product categories. For example managing major indirect spend ($1B+) across multiple categories.
* Demonstrated track record of delivering cost savings, value creation, leading category strategies and managing indirect spend at enterprise scale.
* Strong negotiation skills, contract management and supplier relationship management in non-tech / indirect categories.
* Excellent analytical skills: ability to perform spend analytics, market intelligence, cost modelling and supplier benchmarking.
* Experience implementing procurement technologies (e-sourcing platforms, contract management systems, P2P/ERP integration).
* Strong leadership and team-building capabilities: able to lead and influence cross-functional teams, manage change and drive transformation.
* Strategic mindset, with hands-on execution ability; able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
* Excellent stakeholder management skills: able to communicate, influence and engage with senior business leaders and various functions.
* Deep knowledge of indirect procurement best practices and specialized categories (facilities, professional services, travel, marketing, etc.).
Success Metrics / Performance Indicators:
* Annual cost savings and cost avoidance achieved in indirect (non-tech) categories.
* Percentage of indirect spend under strategic contracts or managed via procurement & point of engagement by internal stakeholders.
* Supplier performance metrics (on-time service/delivery, quality of service, adherence to SLAs) and reduction of risk events.
* Internal stakeholder satisfaction with procurement service, responsiveness and alignment with business needs.
* Reduction in cycle times (sourcing, contracting, purchase to pay) and improvement in operational efficiency.
* Adoption rate and utilization of procurement tools/digital workflows.
* Number of category strategies defined and executed; number of sourcing initiatives in the pipeline and completed.
* Compliance with policies, contract governance, supplier diversity/ESG objectives.
What will set you apart:
* Advanced degree (MBA) or professional procurement certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, Lean Six Sigma) preferred.
* Experience with global procurement and multi-currency/multi-region procurement for indirect services preferred.
* Strong background in transformation: digital procurement, process automation, category rationalization desired.
* Experience driving supplier diversity, sustainability (ESG), and ethical sourcing in non-tech categories preferred.
* Experience working with large ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement applications (Ariba, Coupa) is a plus.
* Ability to build procurement function from scratch or mature an existing one to best-practice status desired.
* Excellent business acumen: able to speak the language of operations, finance, services, not just sourcing is a plus.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required to perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
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What we offer you
We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.
* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
* Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
* Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
* Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
* Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
* Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
* Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
* Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.
Base Salary Range
$148, $215,775.00
The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Equal opportunity employer
• Drug-free workplace
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***
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