Head of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
Finance, New York, US
About the Team
Miro is a leading online collaborative whiteboard platform that enables distributed teams to work effectively together. Our mission is to empower teams to create the next big thing by providing them with the tools they need to collaborate seamlessly.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Sourcing to build our sourcing team. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in sourcing and procurement, with a proven track record of managing and optimizing sourcing strategies. This role requires a hands-on leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves and dive into the details while also providing strategic direction to the team.
What you’ll do
- Develop and Implement Sourcing Strategies: Create and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies that align with Miro's business goals and objectives.
- Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure the best value, quality, and reliability.
- Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations for commercial terms in renewals and new contracts with vendors, ensuring favorable agreements.
- Cost Optimization: Continuously seek opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency without compromising quality. Have a long-term vision for consolidating vendors and measuring savings.
- Team Leadership: While the role begins as an independent contributor role, this role will be able to build out a team. As such, prior experience in leading and managing a team is desired.
- Market Analysis: Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to make informed sourcing decisions.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain, ensuring continuity and reliability.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including BizTech, Operations, and Finance, to ensure alignment and support for sourcing initiatives.
- Reporting and Analytics: Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of sourcing activities and report on performance to senior management.
- Legal Coordination: Own a first pass at legal redlines to Miro templates using a playbook of standard fallback positions.
What you’ll need
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus
- 8-10 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers
- Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and supplier performance to ensure Miro remains competitive and innovative in its sourcing practices
- Proven ability to develop and implement effective sourcing strategies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in sourcing and procurement software and tools
- Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
What's in it for you
- 401k matching + Competitive equity package
- Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision health benefits
- Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
- Flexible time off
- Lunch, snacks and drinks provided in the office
- Wellbeing benefit and WFH equipment allowance
- Annual learning and development allowance to grow your skills and career
- Up to $2,000 of charitable donation matches each year
The reasonably estimated salary range is specific to Los Angeles and may not be applicable to other locations. The range for this role is $154,000 to $193,000. Final compensation and total package components will be based on individual factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
About Miro
Miro is a visual workspace for innovation that enables distributed teams of any size to build the next big thing. The platform's infinite canvas enables teams to lead engaging workshops and meetings, design products, brainstorm ideas, and more. Miro, co-headquartered in San Francisco and Amsterdam, serves more than 90M users worldwide, including 99% of the Fortune 100. Miro was founded in 2011 and currently has more than 1,600 employees in 12 hubs around the world.
We are a team of dreamers. We look for individuals who dream big, work hard, and above all stay humble. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do and through our work together we hope to create a supportive, welcoming, and innovative environment. We strive to play as a team to win the world and create a better version of ourselves every day. If this sounds like something that excites you, we want to hear from you!
Check out more about life at Miro:
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeatmiro
- Blog: https://miro.com/careers/life-at-miro/all/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirohq/
At Miro, we strive to create and foster an environment of belonging and collaboration across cultural differences. Miro’s mission — Empower teams to create the next big thing — is how we think about our product, people, and culture. We believe that creating big things requires diverse and inclusive teams. Diversity invites all talent with different demography, identities and styles to step in, and inclusion invites them to step closer together. Every day, we are working to build a more diverse Miro, cultivate a sense of belonging for future and current Mironeers around the world, and foster an environment where everyone can collaborate and embrace differences.
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01. Recruiter Screen
A 30-min interview to discuss your relevant skills, perspective on resilience, experience, and what motivates you to join Miro.
02. Hiring Manager
The hiring manager will meet to discuss your experience and fit for the role by assessing whether you align with the Miro Mindset (Curiosity, Drive, Resilience, Empathy, Cognitive Agility & Accountability). This interview usually takes 90-120 minutes.
03. Skill Assesment
An interactive presentation to see your skills in action, based around a particular case study or business problem.
04. Meet the Team
Here you will meet cross-functional stakeholders, and we will ask evidence-based questions to evaluate how well you align with the role and Miro's values and culture.
05. Leadership Round
Meet a member of the leadership team to discuss Miro’s company values and share your vision for success at Miro.