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VP of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, Dublin
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Client:
Autodesk
Location:
Dublin, Ireland
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
30.06.2025
Expiry Date:
14.08.2025
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Job Description:
Position Overview
We are looking for a strategic and experienced Vice President of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing to build and lead a world-class procurement organization that aligns with our growth, values and commitment to operational excellence. This VP leads a global team responsible for all aspects of strategic sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations. Reporting into the VP, Head of Corporate & Product Finance, this leader will drive enterprise-wide procurement transformation, align sourcing strategies with business goals, and deliver measurable results in cost savings, risk reduction, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. This is a results-oriented leadership role that partners closely with cross-functional leaders to drive value and enable business agility at scale.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive global procurement strategy aligned with corporate objectives and financial goals
Develop enterprise-wide strategic sourcing, category management strategies and implementation plans to lower expenses while meeting the business requirements
Partner with executives to design and implement high impact sourcing strategies
Operate an efficient procurement operations function
Manage function by key metrics
Modify and establish scalable procurement policies, systems, and best practices to drive efficiency and transparency
Build and maintain a high-performing supplier ecosystem with clear performance metrics, SLAs, and risk mitigation plans
Lead governance and vender management programs to ensure service quality, innovation, and strategic alignment
Lead the responsible sourcing practice
Implement cost optimization initiatives while balancing quality, risk, and innovation
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global procurement team including continued centralization at value-based locations
Oversee procurement systems and tools to improve automation and reporting
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards across global operations
Monitor market trends and leverage data analytics to drive sourcing decisions and mitigate supply chain risks
Regularly review and assess procurement for new opportunities to innovate and change practices
Qualifications
15+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Experience at large software/SaaS/technology organization is highly preferred
Experience managing $1B+ of vendor spend
Proven track record of delivering on high impact sourcing strategies resulting in significant run-rate cost savings
Proven track record of negotiating large-scale contracts and managing vendor relationships
Skilled at working across multiple levels, including high level strategy to disciplined processes leadership and deal negotiation
Strong knowledge of using and implementing procurement systems and spend analytics
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven experience in partnering with C-Level executives at large public companies
Experience in responsible sourcing preferred
Experience in building and scaling procurement operations in a global organization
Experience in a procurement centric management consulting firm preferred
Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or equivalent preferred
Procurement certification (e.g. CPSM, CIPs, PMP) is a plus
Location: US, Canada or Ireland, preferably near an Autodesk hub in San Francisco (CA), Portland (OR), Denver (CO), Boston (MA), Toronto (ONT), Dublin (Ireland)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Travel Requirements: 25%
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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $264,000 and $363,000. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Overview
We are looking for a strategic and experienced Vice President of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing to build and lead a world-class procurement organization that aligns with our growth, values and commitment to operational excellence. This VP leads a global team responsible for all aspects of strategic sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations. Reporting into the VP, Head of Corporate & Product Finance, this leader will drive enterprise-wide procurement transformation, align sourcing strategies with business goals, and deliver measurable results in cost savings, risk reduction, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. This is a results-oriented leadership role that partners closely with cross-functional leaders to drive value and enable business agility at scale.
Responsibilities
1. Develop and execute a comprehensive global procurement strategy aligned with corporate objectives and financial goals
2. Develop enterprise-wide strategic sourcing, category management strategies and implementation plans to lower expenses while meeting the business requirements
3. Partner with executives to design and implement high impact sourcing strategies
4. Operate an efficient procurement operations function
5. Manage function by key metrics
6. Modify and establish scalable procurement policies, systems, and best practices to drive efficiency and transparency
7. Build and maintain a high-performing supplier ecosystem with clear performance metrics, SLAs, and risk mitigation plans
8. Lead governance and vender management programs to ensure service quality, innovation, and strategic alignment
9. Lead the responsible sourcing practice
10. Implement cost optimization initiatives while balancing quality, risk, and innovation
11. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global procurement team including continued centralization at value-based locations
12. Oversee procurement systems and tools to improve automation and reporting
13. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards across global operations
14. Monitor market trends and leverage data analytics to drive sourcing decisions and mitigate supply chain risks
15. Regularly review and assess procurement for new opportunities to innovate and change practices
Qualifications
16. 15+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
17. Experience at large software/SaaS/technology organization is highly preferred
18. Experience managing $1B+ of vendor spend
19. Proven track record of delivering on high impact sourcing strategies resulting in significant run-rate cost savings
20. Proven track record of negotiating large-scale contracts and managing vendor relationships
21. Skilled at working across multiple levels, including high level strategy to disciplined processes leadership and deal negotiation
22. Strong knowledge of using and implementing procurement systems and spend analytics
23. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
24. Proven experience in partnering with C-Level executives at large public companies
25. Experience in responsible sourcing preferred
26. Experience in building and scaling procurement operations in a global organization
27. Experience in a procurement centric management consulting firm preferred
28. Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or equivalent preferred
29. Procurement certification (e.g. CPSM, CIPs, PMP) is a plus
Location: US, Canada or Ireland, preferably near an Autodesk hub in San Francisco (CA), Portland (OR), Denver (CO), Boston (MA), Toronto (ONT), Dublin (Ireland)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Travel Requirements: 25%
#LI-AS2
Learn More
About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Benefits
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $264,000 and $363,000. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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