VP of Procurement

Job Description :

As the Vice President, Global Procurement, you will be a visionary and transformative leader, responsible for elevating our procurement function into a truly strategic and value-generating powerhouse. You will not only drive substantial enterprise-wide cost optimization and efficiency gains but also champion innovative strategies that directly influence our competitive advantage and accelerate measurable business impact across the organization. This executive-level role demands a leader who can define and execute global sourcing strategies, cultivate high-impact internal and external partnerships, and embed compliance and risk mitigation while delivering exceptional, sustainable value to the entire enterprise.

Who you’re committed to being :

You enjoy learning and are open to new ways of doing things.

You are not afraid to be yourself, experiment, make mistakes and learn from them, ask questions, or voice your concerns.

When communicating you are self-aware, insightful, and proactive.

What you’ll do :

Executive Leadership & Team Development : Provide executive leadership, mentorship, and development for a global, high-performing procurement and sourcing organization, fostering a culture of continuous innovation, accountability, and strategic business partnership.

Global Procurement Strategy & Execution : Define, develop, and meticulously execute comprehensive, global procurement and sourcing strategies that are intrinsically aligned with overarching corporate objectives, driving substantial cost savings, mitigating risk, and enhancing enterprise value.

Process Transformation & Optimization : Spearhead the end-to-end transformation and optimization of all global procurement processes, from strategic sourcing to payment, leveraging advanced technology, automation, and best practices to dramatically enhance efficiency, reduce cycle times, and optimize the user experience across all business units.

Strategic Stakeholder Engagement : Forge and cultivate robust, collaborative relationships with executive leadership and internal stakeholders across all departments and global regions, acting as a trusted strategic advisor to understand their critical business needs, influence decision-making, and ensure enterprise-wide adherence to global procurement policies and procedures.

Advanced Negotiation & Vendor Management : Oversee and personally lead complex global RFI, RFQ, and multi-million dollar negotiation processes, ensuring optimal pricing, favorable terms, and the cultivation of strategic, high-value vendor partnerships that directly drive business impact and innovation.

Legal & Compliance Oversight : Collaborate closely with Legal Counsel to meticulously review, strategically negotiate, and finalize complex global binding agreements, ensuring stringent compliance with all applicable international laws and regulations while comprehensively safeguarding the company's financial and operational interests.

Technology & Analytics Vision : Champion the strategic adoption, optimization, and continuous evolution of advanced procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, NetSuite, advanced analytics platforms) to maximize functionality, ensure data integrity, and enable sophisticated reporting and predictive analytics capabilities.

Performance Measurement & Business Impact : Develop and implement robust, enterprise-wide reporting and advanced analytics frameworks to provide real-time insights into global spend, project progress, identify disruptive optimization opportunities, and definitively demonstrate the quantifiable business impact and ROI of all procurement initiatives.

Cross-Functional & Corporate Strategic Planning : Actively participate as a key member of the senior leadership team in cross-functional strategic planning sessions, identifying future global procurement needs, anticipating market shifts, and proactively positioning the organization for innovation and competitive advantage.

Experience you’ll bring :

Executive Procurement Leadership : 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Global Procurement, Sourcing, and / or Supply Chain Management, with a proven track record of transforming functions and delivering significant, measurable business impact at an executive level.

Strategic & Operational Excellence : Demonstrated expertise in architecting and executing global procurement strategies that streamline complex processes, optimize spend, and generate substantial enterprise-wide value.

Exceptional Business Acumen : Superior analytical, strategic problem-solving, and decisive decision-making abilities, with a keen focus on detail and a robust process-driven approach to global operations.

Executive Communication & Influence : Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence senior leadership and manage complex stakeholder relationships across diverse global cultures.

Advanced Data & Systems Proficiency : Advanced proficiency in data analysis and business intelligence tools, coupled with extensive experience in leading the implementation and optimization of enterprise-level procurement and financial systems (e.g., Coupa, NetSuite, SAP Ariba).

Requirements :

Extensive global experience in Indirect and Direct Spend Sourcing Categories, with a deep understanding of international market dynamics, supply chain risks, and best practices.

Proven experience leading procurement transformations within a rapidly growing, global, or highly complex organizational structure.

Requires a minimum of 15 years of related or equivalent experience; or 10+ years and an advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master's in Supply Chain Management, or a related field).

This is a remote role; however, applicants located within 45 miles of our Draper, UT, or Westlake / Dallas, TX offices should expect to work on-site Tuesday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach enables more effective collaboration, quicker decision-making, and a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility.

Why you’ll love working here :

We’re a blended workplace, where team members work remotely or in a hybrid setup depending on their role and location

We’re mission driven and guided by our culture pillars

We have a strong commitment to diversity and belonging

We cultivate a culture of trust, autonomy, and collaboration

We’re lifelong learners and champion team member growth and advancement

We’ve got you covered - team member benefits include competitive compensation packages, medical coverage, unlimited PTO and Summer Fridays, wellness reimbursements, Pluralsight subscription, professional development funds and more.

About us :

Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today’s tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. Pluralsight provides highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster.