Director of Procurement Operations

Ciena Corporation; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 281,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays and vacation time

Job summary

Ciena Corporation in Maryland is seeking a Senior Director of Procurement Operations to lead strategy, governance, systems, and the operational excellence framework that drives world-class procurement performance globally.

This role oversees digital transformation, analytics, compliance, trade governance, ESG-aligned sourcing, supplier risk, and a high-performing global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• 15+ years of leadership in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or Transformation.
• Proven success leading large-scale process, systems, governance changes.
• Strong expertise in procurement systems, compliance, risk, supplier management, and operations.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred: Master’s degree and CPSM/CSCP/PMP/Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Lead Procurement Operations strategy, KPI management, and executive reporting.
• Own procurement systems and digital transformation roadmap with analytics and automation.
• Establish governance, policies, controls, and compliance programs.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, and Trade Compliance on regulatory and trade matters.
• Lead sustainability and responsible sourcing aligned with ESG goals.
• Develop supplier risk, business continuity, and supply chain resilience programs.
• Build and lead a high-performing global team focused on continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication

Procurement systems

Risk management

Sustainable sourcing

Governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Procurement systems

Data analytics

Job description

**Senior Director, Procurement Operations****Summary**As a member of Ciena's Global Procurement Leadership Team, the Senior Director of Procurement Operations leads the strategy, governance, systems, processes, and operational excellence framework that enables world-class procurement performance globally. This leader drives transformation through digital capabilities, business operations, compliance, trade governance, sustainability, risk management, and supply chain resilience initiatives.**Key Responsibilities**• Lead Procurement Operations strategy, business planning, KPI management, executive reporting, and organizational effectiveness. • Own the procurement systems and digital transformation roadmap, including analytics, automation, and process optimization. • Establish and maintain procurement policies, governance, controls, and compliance programs. • Partner with Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, and Trade Compliance teams to ensure regulatory compliance and support tariff and global trade strategies. • Lead sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives aligned with corporate ESG objectives. • Develop enterprise supplier risk management, business continuity, and supply chain resilience programs. • Build and lead a high-performing global team focused on continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.**Qualifications**• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems, or related field. • 15+ years of leadership experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Transformation. • Proven success leading large-scale process, systems, governance, and organizational transformation initiatives. • Strong expertise in procurement systems, compliance, risk management, supplier management, and business operations. • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred: Master’s degree and professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma.**Success Measures**Procurement operational excellence, governance and compliance effectiveness, technology adoption, sustainability progress, supplier risk reduction, supply chain resilience improvements, and overall organizational capability development. The pay range for this position, in Maryland, USA, is:$175,900.00 - $280,900.00 USD #LI-JDPay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence. At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.