Chief of Staff to the Chief Procurement Officer

Company Description

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.

Job Description

The Chief of Staff to the Chief Procurement Officer is a strategic and operational leader responsible for providing executive-level support and driving operational excellence within the procurement organization. This role serves as a trusted advisor, managing complex projects, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Collaborate with procurement leadership to develop and execute strategic initiatives.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of procurement operations to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement operational plans to achieve procurement goals and objectives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures.

Operational Excellence:

• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational goals.
• Streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency through process optimization.
• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure procurement performance.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.

Team Management and Development:

• Provide leadership and mentorship to procurement team members.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the procurement organization.
• Identify training and development needs for procurement staff.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effectively communicate procurement strategies and initiatives to stakeholders.
• Resolve conflicts and issues related to procurement operations.

• Provide executive-level support to procurement leadership, preparing presentations, and coordinating cross-team inputs for critical meetings and decisions.
• Conduct research and analysis on procurement-related topics.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in procurement or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to operate in a proactive way anticipating the needs of stakeholders.
• Enacts high-quality work and has demonstrated ability to drive outcomes effectively representing C-suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

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, marita