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At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.
Overview
Job Description
The VP Digital Transformation - Procurement will be responsible for leading the organization's digital transformation journey and ensuring operational excellence in our sourcing and procurement operations. The individual will be a key member of the Procurement & Sourcing senior leadership team and will be responsible for managing Process, Risk Resilience, Governance, Data Analytics & Governance and Operations for Sourcing and Procurement while acting as Chief of Staff to the Chief Procurement Officer.
This Role Reports Directly To The Chief Procurement Officer
Lead the organization's digital transformation journey to be world class, by driving technology adoption, change management, and digital innovation.
Develop and implement a data-driven culture across the sourcing and procurement organization, leveraging analytics to optimize our operations and drive better business outcomes.
Develop and implement governance policies and standards to ensure data quality, security, and compliance across our sourcing and procurement operations.
Implement and manage process improvement initiatives to streamline our procurement and sourcing operations, while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Manage and mitigate risks related to procurement and sourcing operations, and implement strategies to improve resilience in the face of disruptions.
Provide operational oversight for sourcing and procurement operations, ensuring that our processes are efficient, effective, and aligned with our strategic objectives.
Act as Chief of Staff to the Chief Procurement Officer, providing strategic and operational support to enable effective decision-making and leadership.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field. MBA or relevant master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in digital transformation and operations management, with a focus on sourcing and procurement operations.
Proven experience in managing complex digital transformation initiatives, including technology adoption and change management.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive business outcomes.
Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of procurement regulations and standards, including risk management, compliance, and governance.
Experience in project management, process improvement, and operational excellence methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
Experience in leading a world class Digital Transformation & Operations organization.
Functional Leadership Responsibility
Supplier Performance Management
Contract Management
Cost Management
Data Analytics and Governance
Risk Resilience (Risk Management and Responsible Sourcing)
Functional Technology Roadmap
Critical Leadership Capabilities
Grows our Business – translates future possibilities into breakthrough strategies using a balanced global view that leads the organization from inspiration to execution of successful outcomes.
Leads our People – creates an exceptional place to work that delivers excellence through inspiring, coaching and engaging our people.
Shapes the future – identifies what is next on the horizon, evaluates emerging opportunities. evolves and reimagines more innovative ways to drive future success for the business.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced digital transformation and operations leader to join a dynamic and innovative organization and drive our digital transformation journey. The individual will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence and driving business growth through optimized sourcing and procurement operations
Additional Information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Compensation & Benefits Details
An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance. Depending on your role and your performance, you may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital’s Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing
Industries
Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Manufacturing
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