Executive Director, Technology Procurement

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Executive Director, Technology Procurement to lead global sourcing strategy for technology across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Lead global procurement strategy for technology categories, including software, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecom, data & analytics, AI, hardware, and professional services.
• Partner closely with the CIDO, senior technology leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to align sourcing strategy with business priorities and digital transformation goals.
• Identify, prioritize, and deliver value creation opportunities through cost optimization, demand management, supplier consolidation, and innovation-led sourcing.
• Lead enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, supplier evaluations, commercial negotiations, and contract execution using e-sourcing tools.
• Negotiate complex global technology agreements while ensuring business requirements, risk controls, and service expectations are fully addressed.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, including performance governance, commercial oversight, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Embed procurement early in technology planning and investment decisions to improve outcomes, reduce risk, and strengthen delivery.
• Advise senior leaders on sourcing strategy, commercial structures, supplier risk, and market trends.
• Champion modern procurement practices, leveraging analytics, automation, AI, and digital tools to improve speed, insight, and decision-making.
• Partner with Digital Strategy & Insights teams to enhance data visibility, category intelligence, and procurement effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, cybersecurity standards, regulatory requirements, and third-party risk management processes.
• Develop and execute inclusive sourcing strategies, with a strong focus on diverse supplier engagement in the U.S. and globally.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global Technology Procurement organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier management, technology operations, consulting, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of technology vendors, service providers, and procurement operating models.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience within procurement or indirect procurement organizations.
• Proven experience leading enterprise technology sourcing and commercial negotiations across software, cloud, infrastructure, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and professional services.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze complex data, build business cases, and influence decision-making.
• Experience managing multiple high-visibility programs in a global, matrixed environment.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Cultural fluency and experience working with global, remote teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed.