Job Description
The Sourcing & Procurement Operations Manager is a critical, operations-focused role at the intersection of procurement and supply chain management. This role is responsible for the development, implementation, and optimization of procurement systems, processes, and tools to support strategic sourcing and operational efficiency. You will manage the company’s procurement platforms and tools, champion sourcing and procurement best practices, enhance supplier collaboration, and oversee an offshore sourcing support function (Deal Desk).
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Business Applications, IT, Finance, and Legal to ensure procurement systems and operations are effectively aligned with enterprise goals. As a strategic leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing a scalable, future-ready procurement systems strategy, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring seamless integration of procurement activities with broader business processes.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of procurement experience, preferably in a high-growth or complex environment.
- 5+ years of experience developing and deploying procurement processes and tools.
- 3+ years of experience leading teams, with a strong ability to develop and mentor direct reports.
- Expertise in procurement process & systems strategy, operations, and compliance, including industry best practices.
- Proven experience in business partnerships, vendor management, supplier negotiations, and optimizing external partnerships.
- Extensive experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, ERP, eProcurement) and an understanding of system configurations and reporting/analytics.
- Strong operational, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with financial tools and budget management.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Requirements
Qualifications
- 10+ years of procurement experience, preferably in a high-growth or complex environment.
- 5+ years of experience developing and deploying procurement processes and tools.
- 3+ years of experience leading teams, with a strong ability to develop and mentor direct reports.
- Expertise in procurement process & systems strategy, operations, and compliance, including industry best practices.
- Proven experience in business partnerships, vendor management, supplier negotiations, and optimizing external partnerships.
- Extensive experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, ERP, eProcurement) and an understanding of system configurations and reporting/analytics.
- Strong operational, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with financial tools and budget management.
About the job
- Posted on
- May 9, 2025
- Job type
- Full-time
- Salary range
- USD 175000-242000 per-year-salary
- Location
- Foster City, CAOn-site
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