strategic sourcing director

Novartis Norge

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 Position Overview
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 We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic
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  Procurement Director
 </strong>
 to lead and optimize our procurement operations. This executive-level role is responsible for creating and executing procurement strategies that ensure the organization acquires high-quality goods and services at competitive costs while maintaining compliance and mitigating risk.
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 The ideal candidate combines deep procurement expertise with strong leadership skills, financial insight, and the ability to collaborate across functions. This role offers both
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  full-time and part-time opportunities
 </strong>
 and supports
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  hybrid work arrangements
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 for flexibility.
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 Key Responsibilities
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 Develop and implement enterprise-wide procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
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 Lead sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and vendor selection processes.
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 Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
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 Oversee procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and track spending efficiency.
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 Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
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 Collaborate with finance, operations, and executive leadership to forecast procurement needs.
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 Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement effectiveness.
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 Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members.
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 Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
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  Qualifications
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
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 Minimum of 8 years of progressive procurement experience, including leadership roles.
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 Proven experience in contract negotiation, vendor management, and strategic sourcing.
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 Strong financial acumen with experience managing large budgets and cost reduction initiatives.
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 Proficiency with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and procurement analytics tools.
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 Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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 Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
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  Compensation &amp; Benefits
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  Base Salary:
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 $165,000 &ndash; $185,000 annually
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  Annual Performance Bonus:
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 Typically 10&ndash;20% of base salary
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 401(k) Retirement Plan
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 Health Insurance
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 Dental Insurance
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 Vision Insurance
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 Life Insurance
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 Paid Time Off and Holidays
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 Professional Development Opportunities
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 Work Schedule
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 Full-Time and Part-Time options available
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 Hybrid work flexibility available based on business needs
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 Standard U.S. business hours with occasional executive-level meetings
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 Why Join Us?
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 As our Procurement Director, you will have the opportunity to shape the procurement strategy of a dynamic organization, make a measurable financial impact, and work closely with executive leadership. We value innovation, efficiency, and strategic thinking, and we provide an environment that supports growth and professional development.
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 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Remote Procurement Director

MS Shift, Inc.

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  MS Shift is a global SaaS company serving leading hospitality brands worldwide with security and operations management solutions. We are expanding and looking for a strategic, hands-on
  <strong>
   Director of Purchasing / Procurement
  </strong>
  to lead vendor management, contract negotiations, and cost optimization across our growing global footprint.
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  <strong>
   Location:
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  NYC (onsite)
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  <strong>
   Type:
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  Full-time
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  <strong>
   Department:
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  Finance / Operations
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 <p>
  <strong>
   About the Role
  </strong>
 </p>
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  This is a leadership position responsible for building and managing our procurement function end-to-end. You will oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, purchasing policies, and cost control initiatives across software, technology, hardware, and operational services.
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  We are looking for someone who can operate both strategically and tactically &mdash; setting procurement standards while also driving immediate savings and operational efficiency.
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  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities
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   Lead company-wide procurement strategy and purchasing operations
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   Negotiate vendor contracts, renewals, pricing, and terms
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   Manage relationships with technology, SaaS, hardware, and service providers
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   Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement sourcing strategies
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   Build and maintain procurement policies, controls, and approval workflows
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   Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and spend visibility
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   Support IT, Engineering, and Operations with vendor selection and onboarding
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   Track vendor performance, SLAs, and contract compliance
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   Lead purchasing for global office expansion and deployments
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   Build scalable procurement processes as the company grows
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  <strong>
   Qualifications
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   10+ years in purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing
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    Required: Proven experience in SaaS, technology, or software-driven companies (must-have)
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   Strong contract negotiation and vendor management experience
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   Proven track record of reducing costs and improving vendor terms
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   Experience managing SaaS subscriptions, cloud spend, and IT procurement is highly preferred
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   Excellent financial and analytical skills
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   Strong leadership and cross-department collaboration abilities
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  <strong>
   What Success Looks Like
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   Measurable vendor cost savings and improved contract terms
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   Streamlined procurement processes and faster purchasing cycles
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   Strong vendor partnerships and performance management
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   Clear visibility into company spend and budget alignment
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   Compensation
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   Competitive base salary + performance bonus
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   Opportunity to build and lead a key function in a fast-growing global SaaS company
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  <strong>
   About MS Shift
  </strong>
 </p>
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  MS Shift provides enterprise-grade security and operations platforms used by major hotel brands worldwide. With continued global expansion, we are investing in leadership roles that strengthen operational excellence and scalability.
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Director of Purchasing

Christian Dior Couture

<div>
 Position
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 Christian Dior Couture is seeking a Director of Procurement to design, build and lead this function from the ground up.
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 This is a highly strategic and hands-on leadership role. The Director of Procurement will bring structure, discipline, and commercial excellence to all third-party spend across retail operations, logistics, store development, marketing, IT, corporate services, and indirect categories &mdash; while fully respecting the standards of a global luxury brand.
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 The objective is clear:
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  deliver sustainable cost reduction, best-in-class supplier partnerships, compliance, and operational efficiency
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 in a fast-growing, complex retail environment.
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 This role will report to VP Finance leadership and work in close partnership with global Procurement.
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 Job responsibilities
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  Build the Procurement Function
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   Design and implement an America procurement operating model
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   Define governance, policies, approval flows, and sourcing standards
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   Build category strategies and supplier segmentation
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   Create clear spend visibility and controls across all business units
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  </li>
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  Drive Cost Reduction &amp; Value Creation
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   Lead strategic sourcing and competitive bidding across all major spend categories
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   Deliver measurable savings and cost avoidance year after year
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   Renegotiate key supplier contracts (logistics, store services, fixtures, IT, marketing, facilities, etc.)
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   Eliminate maverick spend and create disciplined buying practices
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  </li>
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  Own Supplier Strategy &amp; Negotiations
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   Lead all major commercial negotiations in America
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   Establish long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers
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   Ensure contracts reflect best market terms, performance KPIs, service levels, and risk protections
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   Manage vendor performance, pricing, and compliance
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  Support Retail &amp; Growth Agenda
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   Partner with Retail, Store Development, Supply Chain, Marketing, IT and Finance to support:
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    Visual merchandising and fixtures
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    Logistics and transportation
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    Events, media, and marketing services
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   Ensure procurement enables speed, quality and luxury standards &mdash; not bureaucracy
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  Implement Tools, Data &amp; Reporting
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   Create full spend transparency across 60+ stores and corporate functions
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   Implement procurement tools, catalogs, and reporting dashboards
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   Track savings, contract compliance, supplier performance and risk
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 Profile
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  Experience
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   10&ndash;15+ years in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain
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   Experience in retail, luxury, fashion, consumer goods, hospitality, or multi-site operations strongly preferred
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   Proven track record of building or transforming a procurement function
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   Strong background in indirect spend (logistics, marketing, facilities, IT, store operations, services)
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  Skills
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   Elite negotiator &mdash; commercially tough but partnership-oriented
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   Highly analytical with strong financial acumen
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   Able to operate in complex, matrixed, international organizations
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   Comfortable working with senior leadership and challenging the status quo
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   Strong contract, sourcing, and vendor management expertise
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  Mindset
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   Builder mentality &mdash; enjoys creating structure where none exists
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   Pragmatic and business-oriented (not overly bureaucratic)
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   Understands the balance between cost discipline and luxury brand excellence
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   Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments
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 <strong>
  Why This Role Is Unique
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 This is not a &ldquo;run the process&rdquo; job &mdash; this is a
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  build, lead, and transform
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 role. The Director of Procurement will have a real seat at the table, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the mandate to materially improve profitability and operational excellence across Dior&rsquo;s America business.
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 Additional information
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 The selected candidate will be offered a salary within the range of $150k &ndash; $165k annually, plus bonus eligibility. The salary offered will be dependent upon the candidate&rsquo;s relevant skills and experience. Christian Dior Inc. offers comprehensive benefit plans such as medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and short and long-term disability. Additional employee perks include, but are not limited to employee discount program, various paid time off, volunteer time off, holidays, mental health and wellbeing support, family friendly benefits, reproductive health care, child and elder care services, commuter benefits, 401k plans with an employer contributions matching plan, employee referral program, and more.
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  Additional Information
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 Christian Dior was the designer of dreams. In founding his House in 1947, marked by the revolution of the New Look, he metamorphosed his reveries into wonderful creations. Christian Dior Couture, the Houst of Dreams, is recognized for its French heritage and vibrant culture sublimating its unique Savoir-faire and Creativity through empowering "metiers d&rsquo;art&rdquo;. Our Maison is a destination for sustainable growth &amp; success where we shape the future of our Talents in a positive, authentic &amp; generous environment. We bloom &amp; deliver excellence with passion, determination, courage &amp; optimism to offer meaningful &amp; daring codes.
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 Christian Dior Couture is part of the LVMH Group, where People Make the Difference. We value, celebrate, and welcome each unique talent and strive to create an inclusive environment providing all employees a sense of purpose. Beyond your role, we recognize the importance and passion of creating communities with shared values that enrich and impact beyond our organization. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to engage in our employee-led communities such as Sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Corporate Social Responsibility.
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 Christian Dior Couture provides equal employment opportunities to all employees as part of the LVMH Group, which attaches great importance to ensuring that its Maisons and their partners share a set of common rules, practices, and principles with respect to ethics, social responsibility, and protection of the environment.
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Director, Procurement

ocV!BE

<div><div><i>A great experience starts with you!</i></div><div>
Join our team to help create and develop the future of live entertainment and sports in Orange County!</div><div>
Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel best suit you, as an applicant, you can always see your application status in your profile.</div><div></div><div>
Mission: To enrich the lives in our community through shared experiences, welcoming spaces, and responsible actions.</div><div></div><div>
Vision: We will be the social and entertainment center of Orange County &ndash; a place where the cultural kaleidoscope of the region converges and connects. Our vibrant, rich collection of experiences will celebrate the diversity of our community.</div><div></div><div>
Values: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be Bold</div><div></div><div>
Job Title:</div>
Senior Director, Procurement<div></div><div>
Pay Details:</div>
The annual base salary range for this position in California is $225,000 to $250,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate&rsquo;s geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations.<div></div><div>
The Senior Director of Procurement leads OCVIBE&rsquo;s purchasing and procurement function and works closely with affiliated entities to drive significant improvements in sourcing strategy across the dynamic sports, entertainment and hospitality sector. This role requires a deep understanding of procurement processes, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in vendor management, process optimization, and strategic sourcing. This role oversees workflow enhancement and vendor consolidation and manages the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to ensure we achieve the highest quality and cost-efficiency standards.
</div><div></div><div>Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Develop and execute a robust procurement strategy that aligns with the company&rsquo;s business objectives, optimizing sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and value creation</div></li><li><div>
Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation to streamline procurement processes and enhance bargaining power</div></li><li><div>
Leverage Procurement system modules to streamline procurement and payment processes, ensuring seamless integration with other business functions such as finance, inventory management, and supply chain operations to enhance overall efficiency and data accuracy</div></li><li><div>
Utilize advanced analytics and reporting features to gain actionable insights into procurement performance, supplier trends, and spend analysis, enabling data-driven decision-making and strategic sourcing improvements</div></li><li><div>
Implement and manage automated procurement workflows to reduce manual tasks, minimize errors, and accelerate procurement cycles, from requisition and approval processes to purchase orders and vendor payments</div></li><li><div>
Evaluate existing vendor relationships and negotiate new contracts to secure favorable terms, conducting periodic supplier performance reviews to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance standards</div></li><li><div>
Assess current procurement workflows and identify areas for improvement, implementing best practices and innovative solutions and leveraging technology to automate and streamline procurement processes to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products</div></li><li><div>
Streamline and automate purchase order creation, approval, and tracking to increase efficiency and reduce error rates</div></li><li><div>
Lead the RFP process for major procurement projects, including developing RFP documents, managing the submission and evaluation process, and selecting suppliers</div></li><li><div>
Ensure that RFPs are structured to elicit the best responses and align project requirements and budget constraints</div></li><li><div>
Oversee the procurement budget, ensuring that spending aligns with financial goals and delivers value</div></li><li><div>
Monitor procurement costs and implement cost-control measures to achieve financial targets while maintaining quality standards</div></li><li><div>
Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive pricing and use insights to inform sourcing strategies and anticipate market shifts</div></li><li><div>
Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain, including potential disruptions and compliance issues</div></li><li><div>
Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to relevant regulations and internal policies</div></li><li><div>
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration to address cross-departmental needs and challenges</div></li><li><div>
Perform other duties and projects as assigned</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field</div></li><li><div>
A Master&rsquo;s degree or professional certification (e.g., Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)) is preferred</div></li><li><div>
10-15 years of experience in purchasing and procurement</div></li><li><div>
Experience within the sports, entertainment and hospitality industries is preferred</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of end-to-end procurement processes, including strategic sourcing, contract management, and vendor relations, focusing on industry best practices and trends</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement and contract management, including compliance with industry standards and company policies</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge and familiarity with procurement software and systems, such as ERP and e-sourcing tools, and the ability to leverage these technologies for process improvements and data management</div></li><li><div>
Expertise in analyzing market trends, supply chain risks, and industry developments relevant to the sports, entertainment and hospitality industries to inform strategic sourcing decisions</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency in budget management, cost analysis, and financial reporting related to procurement activities to ensure alignment with organizational financial goals</div></li><li><div>
Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, manage contract disputes, and drive cost savings while maintaining quality standards</div></li><li><div>
Practical project management skills to oversee the procurement lifecycle, manage RFP processes, and implement workflow improvements and optimizations</div></li><li><div>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal stakeholders, negotiate with external suppliers, and present procurement strategies and outcomes</div></li><li><div>
Strong analytical abilities to assess procurement data, identify trends, and solve complex problems related to supply chain management and vendor performance</div></li><li><div>
Able to develop and execute a long-term procurement strategy that aligns with company goals and adapts to changing market conditions and organizational needs</div></li><li><div>
Able to build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, manage vendor performance, and drive improvements in service and delivery</div></li><li><div>
Able to analyze and enhance procurement workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement best practices and technological solutions to optimize procurement processes</div></li><li><div>
Able to work effectively with other departments to ensure alignment of procurement activities with overall business objectives and operational needs</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Knowledge, Skills and Experience</div><div>
Education - Bachelor's Degree</div><div>
Experience Required &ndash; 10+ Year's</div><div></div><div>
This position is on-site.</div><div></div><div>
JM2026</div><div></div><div>
Company:</div>
OC Sports &amp; Entertainment, LLC<div></div><div>
Our Commitment:</div><div><i>
We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.</i></div><div></div><div><i>
Thanks for your interest in becoming part of OCVIBE!</i></div></div>

Senior Director, Procurement

Borusan Pipe US

<div>
 Job Details
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 <strong>
  Description
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 Description:
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 The Director of Strategic Sourcing is a leadership role responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies for Borusan Pipe US. This role has full accountability for steel coil procurement, MRO and non-MRO spend, ensuring uninterrupted production, optimized working capital, cost competitiveness, and supplier risk mitigation.
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 The role partners closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Finance, Engineering, and Corporate Procurement to align local execution with global sourcing strategies while maintaining compliance with U.S. regulations and corporate governance standards. This role reports into the Sr. VP, Supply Chain or as assigned.
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 <strong>
  Working Conditions
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 Working conditions are of a professional office environment. Administrative personnel may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats.
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   Qualifications:
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 1.1 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
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 1.2 10+ years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience within steel, spare parts, direct &amp;indirect materials in heavy manufacturing, or industrial environments.
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  1.3 Proven Experience With
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 1.3.1 Steel coil or any direct material procurement
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 1.3.2 MRO purchasing and inventory management
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 1.3.3 Supplier negotiations and contract management
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 1.4 Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and maintenance-driven supply requirements.
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 1.5 Preferred experience working in a global or multinational organization.
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  1.6 Preferred MBA Or Master&rsquo;s Degree.
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 1.7 Preferred experience with SAP ERP/MRP systems or similar.
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 1.8 Preferred knowledge of steel market dynamics, pricing indices, and logistics (rail, barge, truck, vessel).
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  1.9 Preferred Prior Leadership Of Materials Management Functions.
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 1.10 Professional certifications (CSCP, CPSM) are a plus.
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   Responsibilities:
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 </ul>
 Strategic Procurement &amp; Sourcing
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  2.1 Develop And Execute Purchasing Strategies For
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 2.1.1 Steel coil, other direct material like coupling procurement (domestic and international mills)
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 2.1.2 MRO (Maintenance, Repair &amp; Operations) materials
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 2.1.3 Non-MRO indirect spending (services, consumables, logistics-related purchases)
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 2.2 Lead steel coil contract negotiations, index-based pricing, volume commitments, hedging strategies (as applicable), and supplier diversification to mitigate market volatility.
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 2.3 Collaborate with global corporate procurement to align sourcing strategies, preferred suppliers.
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 2.4 Establish multi-year sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, delivery, and geopolitical risk.
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 2.5 Work with warehouse functions and maintenance/operations functions to ensure:
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 2.5.1 Inventory control and accuracy
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 2.5.2 MRO availability and service levels
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 2.5.3 Inventory turns, slow-moving and obsolete stock reduction
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 2.5.4 Optimal stocking levels that support production uptime while minimizing working capital.
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 MRO &amp; Non-MRO Spend Management
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 2.6 Standardize MRO catalogs, suppliers, and pricing to reduce fragmentation and off-contract spending.
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 2.7 Drive cost reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation, demand management, and specification standardization.
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 2.8 Implement purchasing controls and approval workflows for non-MRO spend.
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 2.9 Track and report savings, cost avoidance, and budget adherence.
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 Supplier Management &amp; Risk Mitigation
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 2.10 Lead supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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 2.11 Establish KPIs for quality, delivery, cost, safety, and service.
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 2.12 Manage supplier risk related to capacity, financial stability, geopolitical exposure, and logistics disruptions.
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 2.13 Resolve escalated supplier performance or contractual issues.
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 Cross-Functional Leadership &amp; Governance
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Director of Strategic Sourcing

NVIDIA

<div><div>NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionised parallel computing &mdash; with the GPU acting as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, we are increasingly known as &ldquo;the AI computing company.&rdquo; We're looking to grow our company and build our teams with the smartest people in the world. Join us at the forefront of technological advancement.</div><div></div><div>
NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing to lead the optics category globally. This role owns the end-to-end sourcing strategy for a highly critical and fast-growing Optics category, including supplier relationships, cost management, capacity planning, and risk mitigation. You are a recognized industry leader with strong executive relationships in the Optics ecosystem, bringing deep technical and business expertise, analytical rigor, and a collaborative leadership style. You have a proven track record of transforming commodity teams and driving high-impact supplier engagements.</div><div></div><div>
What you&rsquo;ll be doing:</div><ul><li><div>
Lead a team of Global Commodity Managers (GCMs) and partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Finance to enable successful product ramps and long-term scalability.</div></li><li><div>
Own the global sourcing strategy for Optics across all programs and product lifecycles, including multi-year roadmaps, supplier diversification, and second-source risk mitigation.</div></li><li><div>
Partner with suppliers to accelerate capacity ramps and site bring-ups for new product launches, while proactively managing supply, geopolitical, and operational risks and leading escalation and recovery efforts.</div></li><li><div>
Work in close partnership with Engineering, Quality, and Operations on supplier selection, build trade-offs, PCN approvals, demand planning, and inventory and cost alignment.</div></li><li><div>
Own category cost targets and cost-reduction initiatives, evaluate supplier investments and NRE with a focus on financial returns, and drive rigor in forecasts, commitments, and liabilities.</div></li><li><div>
Lead strategic and executive-level supplier relationships, negotiating commercial terms, capacity commitments, and investment models while managing performance across cost, quality, delivery, and technology readiness.</div></li><li><div>
Build and lead a high-performing strategic sourcing team by setting clear goals, developing talent, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What we need to see:</div><ul><li><div>
15+ overall years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or procurement, with deep expertise in optics industry and related active, passive components</div></li><li><div>
7+ years of proven experience leading global suppliers and negotiating complex commercial agreements</div></li><li><div>
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and supplier qualification for Optics industry</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrated success supporting high-volume ramps and new product introductions</div></li><li><div>
4+ years of experience in leading and developing teams</div></li><li><div>
Experience working with key laser, module and passive component suppliers</div></li><li><div>
Experience in supporting data center, AI systems, networking, or high-performance computing products</div></li><li><div>
MBA or advanced technical degree (or equivalent experience)</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
With competitive salaries and generous benefits packages, we are widely considered to be one of the technology world&rsquo;s most desirable employers; we have some of the most thoughtful and dedicated people working for us and, due to unparalleled growth, our best-in-class teams are rapidly growing. If you&rsquo;re creative and autonomous with a real passion for your work, we want to hear from you!</div><div></div>
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 292,000 USD - 442,750 USD.<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
You will also be eligible for equity and <div>benefits</div>.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 26, 2026.<div></div><div>
This posting is for an existing vacancy.</div><div>
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.</div><div></div>
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.</div><div></div>

Senior Director, Global Commodity Management - Optics

CommonSpirit Health

<div><b>Job Summary and Responsibilities</b><div><br>
As our System Director, SSRM Strategic Sourcing - General Med, you will drive system-wide spend management for a designated product category and set and implement a strategy to optimize total cost of ownership, including sourcing, standardization, and utilization. You will lead a team of staff with relevant product and market expertise.<br>
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Every day, you will oversee a significant annual spend and interact with a variety of high-level clinical and organizational leadership. This will involve strategic negotiation, vendor management, and market analysis to ensure the most effective products are procured.<br>
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To be successful in your role, you will strategically lead critical supply chain sourcing initiatives, directly impacting the organization's financial health and operational efficiency. You will demonstrate expertise in spend management, product optimization, and collaborative leadership, ensuring the effective procurement and utilization of essential medical products while maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.</div><ul><li>
Acts as a change leader - sets inspiring vision, role models change</li><li>
Represents category and supply chain in interactions with operations, finance and clinicians</li><li>
Collaborates with Contracting, Data Analytics, Purchasing, Technology, Operations and Implementation teams to ensure key stakeholders aligned with category strategy and support during conversions</li><li>
Provides supervision, management and business direction to category team</li><li>
Maintains in-depth knowledge of category product portfolio. Remains current on products in the market</li><li>
Maintains sourcing calendar for category to ensure proper lead time and resource planning. Ensure associated contract categories are routinely evaluated, understand root causes of spend variations and continuously identify opportunities to improve multiple sources of value (price, standardization, utilization, operations).</li><li>
Ensures rigorous approach to managing new products within category (e.g., works with clinical and financial stakeholders to prioritize new products to bring to appropriate committee, supports Value Analysis in delivery of new product process)</li><li>
Identifies opportunities to standardize products across organization and makes fact-based recommendations in determining whether product should be standardized and/or used at CommonSpirit Health facilities</li><li>
Evaluates primary and secondary sources of supply to understand competitive landscape and identify opportunities for better pricing</li><li>
Documents quality issues and convenes peer review committee to review safety concerns and determine if product use should be discontinued</li></ul><br>
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Job Requirements</b><div><br>
Required</div><ul><li>
Bachelors Other Accounting, Finance or Business/Healthcare Administration</li><li>
Minimum of seven (7) years of contracting, supply chain, or clinical experience with evidence of progressive, increasing responsibility, with a minimum of 5 years of leadership level experience and demonstrated success mentoring and developing key subordinates., upon hire</li><li>
Experience maintaining a category of healthcare products or services, analyzing industry trends and conditions, and implementing sourcing strategies and</li><li>
Experience with and literate in supply chain computer applications, Microsoft Office or Google applications and user knowledge of each to achieve Supply Chain goals and</li><li>
None, upon hire</li></ul><div><br>
Preferred</div><ul><li>
Masters Other, upon hire</li></ul><b>
Where You'll Work</b><div><br>
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation&rsquo;s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.</div><b><br>
Pay Range</b><br>
$80.17 - $119.26 /hour</div>

System Director, Strategic Sourcing (General Medicine)

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