Global Indirect Procurement Director: Strategy & Transformation

Ciena Corporation; Shipley Corner (MD); On-site; USD 181,000 - 289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ciena, the global leader in high-speed connectivity, seeks a Senior Director of Indirect Procurement to shape sourcing, supplier governance, and enterprise-wide savings. You will lead a global team, partnering with senior leaders to drive policy, governance, and measurable value.

Use Power BI, Oracle, and Excel to analyze data, optimize supplier performance, and deliver strategic outcomes. This role provides broad impact across the enterprise and a focus on transformation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years in senior procurement leadership within a global org.
• 20+ years total procurement experience and ability to influence senior leaders.
• Proficiency in data analytics and procurement tech (Power BI, Oracle, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a global indirect procurement organization.
• Partner with senior leaders to align procurement strategy with business goals.
• Define and execute global sourcing, supplier management, and governance.
• Drive cost savings and compliance through policies and tools.
• Collaborate with FP&A to deliver annual savings targets.

Skills

Leadership experience

Senior procurement

Strategic partner

Power BI

Oracle

Excel

Data analytics

Financial acumen

Vendor negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Coupa

Spend analytics

Job description

Ciena, the global leader in high-speed connectivity, seeks a Senior Director of Indirect Procurement to shape sourcing, supplier governance, and enterprise-wide savings. You will lead a global team, partnering with senior leaders to drive policy, governance, and measurable value.

Use Power BI, Oracle, and Excel to analyze data, optimize supplier performance, and deliver strategic outcomes. This role provides broad impact across the enterprise and a focus on transformation and collaboration.