Director, Global Procurement

Aviat Networks

Director of Global Procurement defining and executing procurement strategies for Aviat Networks. Leading cost reduction initiatives and managing supplier relationships in the technology sector.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute a global procurement strategy aligned with company financial, operational, and growth objectives.
Lead enterprise-wide cost reduction initiatives across all spend categories.
Establish disciplined processes to regularly vet and challenge supplier cost models.
Drive should-cost modeling, benchmarking, and clean-sheet analyses.
Lead complex commercial negotiations with OEMs, CMs, and distributors; ensuring optimal TCO.
Own global supplier contract strategies, including performance-based incentives.
Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance.
Identify and mitigate supply chain and logistics risks.
Develop and maintain contingency plans for supply chain disruptions.
Establish strong governance around procurement KPIs and supplier scorecards.
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global procurement organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
10+ years of progressive procurement and supply chain experience, with significant leadership experience at the Director or Senior Manager level in a global manufacturing or technology environment.
Demonstrated success driving large-scale cost reduction initiatives across direct, indirect, and logistics spend.
Deep expertise in contract negotiations with OEMs, CMs, and global distributors.
Strong experience in cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and commodity pricing governance.
Proven ability to build, lead, and scale teams, including remote and global organizations.
Advanced analytical skills with strong financial acumen.
Expertise with ERP/MRP systems and advanced supply chain analytics tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurement strategycost reductionshould-cost modelingbenchmarkingclean-sheet analysiscontract negotiationscost modelingcommodity pricing governancesupply chain analyticsfinancial acumen

Soft Skills

leadershipteam buildingorganizational developmentanalytical skillscommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMBAadvanced degree