Senior Director, Global Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Change Management -
Management
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Change Management
Senior Director, Global Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Ampere
Full-time
Portland
Advanced (5-10 yrs)
AboutThe Role
Ampere is seeking a visionary and results‑driven Senior Director, Global Procurement & Strategic Sourcing to lead our worldwide procurement function. This is a critical leadership role requiring a minimum of 15 years of progressive, hands‑on experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and supply chain optimization within a high‑tech, semiconductor, or cloud infrastructure environment.
The Senior Director will be instrumental in architecting and executing a global procurement strategy that ensures supply chain resilience, drives aggressive cost leadership, fosters strategic supplier partnerships (particularly across Asia), and supports Ampere’s rapid product innovation and growth objectives. You will lead and mentor a high‑performing team, influence executive‑level decisions, and champion procurement as a strategic business partner across all engineering, product, operations, and corporate functions.
Key Responsibilities- Global Procurement Strategy & Vision:
- Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive global procurement strategy that aligns directly with Ampere’s corporate objectives, product roadmap, and financial goals.
- Identify and capitalize on market trends, geopolitical shifts, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI in procurement, automation) to future‑proof Ampere’s supply chain and drive competitive advantage.
- Champion the adoption of best practices in category management, strategic sourcing, and supply chain risk mitigation across all direct and indirect spend.
- Cost Leadership & Value Creation:
- Own and deliver aggressive cost savings and total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions across a multi‑billion dollar spend portfolio, covering direct materials (semiconductors, components), indirect goods, and critical services.
- Implement robust financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for procurement, providing transparent reporting on savings, value delivery, and ROI to senior leadership.
- Drive demand management initiatives, value engineering, and strategic supplier consolidation to optimize spend and enhance efficiency.
- Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Ecosystem Management (with Asia focus):
- Lead and optimize the entire strategic sourcing lifecycle for key direct and indirect categories, including in‑depth market analysis, competitive bidding (RFI/RFQ/RFP), complex contract negotiation, and robust supplier selection.
- Cultivate and nurture strategic, long‑term relationships with Ampere’s critical global suppliers, particularly across the Asia supply chain, driving collaborative innovation, quality improvements, and supply continuity.
- Develop and implement a world‑class Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program, including performance scorecards, QBRs, and joint development initiatives.
- Supply Chain Resilience & Risk Mitigation:
- Design and implement a robust global supply chain risk management framework, proactively identifying and mitigating risks related to geopolitical events, capacity constraints, material shortages, lead time fluctuations, and NPI ramp‑up.
- Ensure business continuity for critical components and services, developing comprehensive contingency plans and dual‑sourcing strategies where appropriate.
- Champion sustainable and ethical sourcing practices, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and Ampere’s corporate social responsibility commitments.
- Team Leadership & Talent Development:
- Build, lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing global procurement organization, fostering a culture of strategic thinking, analytical rigor, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
- Establish clear performance metrics, development plans, and succession strategies for the team.
- Promote cross‑functional collaboration and knowledge sharing within the procurement team and across the broader organization.
- Executive Influence & Cross‑Functional Partnership:
- Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to Ampere’s Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Finance, and Legal teams, embedding procurement early in the product lifecycle and…
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