Executive Director Global Procurement IT

Role Summary

The Executive Director, Global Procurement – IT, is responsible for shaping and executing a forward-thinking global IT Procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's overarching business objectives and delivers measurable strategic value. This critical leadership role spans IT Services, Software, Hardware, and Telecoms, focusing on optimizing procurement performance across these categories to drive competitive advantage and enterprise-wide efficiency.

Reporting to the Head of Indirect Procurement, the Executive Director will act as the primary representative of Global Procurement in decisions that shape the organization’s IT procurement landscape, influencing both short- and long-term success. The role requires a visionary leader who can anticipate market trends, foster innovation, and build strategic partnerships to deliver lasting value.

In addition to driving strategy, the Executive Director will lead and inspire a team of procurement professionals, cultivating a high-performance culture that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. By providing mentorship and thought leadership, the individual will empower the team to exceed expectations and contribute to the organization’s strategic growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior executive leadership within IT and across the organization to identify transformative opportunities and drive innovation, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives to deliver measurable value and competitive advantage
• Lead the development and execution of global IT procurement category strategies, aligning with business and stakeholder priorities.
• Translate category strategies into actionable sourcing projects that deliver measurable value.
• Partner with Indirect Procurement leadership and other stakeholders to ensure strategies evolve with organizational needs and goals.
• Provide expert insight on IT procurement categories, including IT services, software, hardware, and telecoms
• Cultivate and sustain strategic, high-impact relationships with senior executive stakeholders to drive measurable results, influence critical decision-making on make-or-buy operating models, and align procurement initiatives with organizational objectives
• Lead high-impact negotiations and supplier management initiatives. Foster and develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation, value creation, and long-term success.
• Execute a best-in-class vendor management program for IT suppliers and ensure compliance with GxP and applicable regulations.
• Drive process improvements to enhance stakeholder experience and ensure seamless IT service delivery.
• Use data-driven decision-making to deliver successful category projects and optimize procurement processes.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study; advanced degree preferred.
• 15–20 years of progressive experience in procurement, including substantial experience in IT procurement categories.
• Proven success in leading global categories, teams, processes, and suppliers in a multi-national organization.
• Experience managing senior level professionals and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills specific to IT vendors and suppliers.
• Proficiency in sourcing and contracting tools, ERP systems, and eRFx platforms (e.g., Oracle, Zycus, Ariba).
• Ability to leverage standard business applications for communication, presentation, and data analysis (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Skills

• Negotiation and contract management
• Vendor management and supplier relationship management
• Strategic thinking and market foresight
• Data-driven decision making and analytics
• Cross-functional leadership and collaboration
• Proficiency with sourcing and contracting tools, ERP systems, and eRFx platforms
• Communication and stakeholder management

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study; advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain (optional but beneficial).