Overview
Executive Director Indirect GSM at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. This role will serve as the strategic leader responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing all technology-related procurement for the enterprise. It oversees procurement strategies for software, hardware, IT services, SaaS platforms, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, and emerging technology investments. The position partners with IT, Digital Transformation, Finance, and Legal to ensure technology investments deliver value, support innovation, and maintain compliance. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring deep procurement expertise, market insight, and the ability to drive cost reduction, spend optimization, and operational excellence while enabling business growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the technology procurement strategy in alignment with business goals and digital transformation priorities.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on technology sourcing trends, market intelligence, and supplier innovations.
- Drive adoption of digital procurement tools, automation, and analytics for better decision-making and efficiency.
- Lead end-to-end procurement for all technology categories: enterprise software & licensing, hardware & network infrastructure, SaaS & cloud services, IT professional services & consulting, cybersecurity solutions, emerging tech, and marketing technology.
- Negotiate high-value, complex global contracts with suppliers to secure best-in-class pricing, service levels, and innovation.
- Continuously evaluate supplier performance against KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, and innovation in partnership with the IT VMO and IT Finance teams.
- Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships to ensure long-term value and innovation; conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers.
- Manage vendor risk, including cybersecurity, compliance, and business continuity; maintain rigorous contract management processes and SAP Ariba content.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team with deep technology category expertise; foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Drive change management to embed procurement best practices across the organization; participate as a member of the Global Supplier Management – Indirect Procurement Leadership Team.
QualificationsEducation & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field (MBA or equivalent preferred).
- 12+ years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 7 years in technology category leadership.
- Proven experience in a global or large-scale CPG or consumer-facing company strongly preferred.
- Track record of negotiating multi-million-dollar complex global technology contracts and managing vendor portfolios.
Skills & Competencies
- Deep knowledge of IT procurement best practices, market trends, and supplier ecosystems.
- Strong understanding of cloud technologies, SaaS models, enterprise software licensing, and IT infrastructure.
- Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and relationship management skills.
- Financial acumen with the ability to analyze total cost of ownership and ROI.
- Experience with legal contracts, compliance, and risk management.
- Proficiency with procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba) and data analytics platforms.
Leadership Attributes
- Strategic thinker who can lead and execute in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
- Collaborative, diplomatic, and able to influence across all levels of the organization.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in sourcing practices.
- New York-based role requiring 3 days per week in-person attendance at ELC offices in Manhattan and Long Island City.
Pay & Benefits
The anticipated base salary range is $154,000 to $264,000. Exact salary depends on experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary may vary by location. Eligible for participation in a bonus program and the share incentive plan. The Estée Lauder Companies offers health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave, holidays, vacation, and other benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the company policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are provided consistent with the law in accordance with applicable state or local requirements. For assistance with the application process, contact ...@Estee.com.
Employment Type
Job Function
- Sales and Business Development
- Industries: Personal Care Product Manufacturing
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