As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
At Ciena, procurement is a strategic lever for growth, resilience, and innovation. As Senior Director of Indirect Procurement, this role shapes how the company partners with suppliers worldwide, drives enterprise value, and enables business leaders to move faster and smarter. This is an opportunity to lead transformation at scale, influence executive decision-making, and build a best-in-class global procurement organization aligned to Ciena’s long-term strategy.
How you will make an impact:
Lead and develop a global Indirect Procurement organization, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation
Serve as the strategic face of Indirect Procurement, building trusted partnerships with senior leaders and executives
Define and execute a global Indirect Procurement strategy aligned to Ciena’s business and financial objectives
Leverage market intelligence and industry trends to identify opportunities, mitigate risk, and optimize spend
Establish procurement policies, tools, and technologies that improve transparency, efficiency, and compliance
Partner with Finance and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to deliver annual savings commitments and measurable value
Advance enterprise initiatives across sustainability, supplier diversity, and supplier risk management
The must haves:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Experience: Minimum of 20 years of experience in Procurement
Leadership Experience: 7+ years of leadership experience in senior procurement roles within a global organization, with demonstrated success coaching high-performing teams and driving transformation
Executive Influence: Proven ability to influence and engage senior leaders in complex, matrixed environments to deliver measurable business outcomes
Communication Skills: Polished communicator with experience developing and delivering presentations to varied audiences
Collaboration: Highly collaborative relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills and a track record of effective stakeholder engagement
Supplier Management: Deep expertise in supplier negotiation, contract management, and collaborative supplier relationships
Analytics & Technology: Proficiency in data analytics and procurement technologies, including Power BI, Oracle, and Excel
Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial statements and key business performance drivers
Nice to haves:
Education: Master’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management strongly preferred
Certifications: Advanced procurement or supply chain certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Supply Management [CPSM], Certified Supply Chain Professional [CSCP])
Source-to-Pay Expertise: Experience implementing or operating source-to-pay technologies, including e-sourcing, contract lifecycle management, and spend analytics tools
Strategic Programs: Demonstrated success leading sustainability, supplier diversity, or supplier risk initiatives
Pay Range:
The salary range for this role in the USA is $181, 000 - $289, 100
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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