Senior Director, Procurement Operations and Systems

NVIDIA is hiring a Senior Director, Procurement Operations and Systems in Santa Clara, United States. It pays $272k-$414k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on NVIDIA.

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

NVIDIA seeks a Senior Director of Procurement Operations & Systems to spearhead the advancement of our Indirect Procurement organization! This role moves past established procurement procedures to establish a premier, automated framework and develop a modernization blueprint that makes the "Source-to-Pay" (S2P) experience more efficient globally. As the leader of this modernization initiative, this position bridges procurement operations with NVIDIA’s business and technical teams to deliver a seamless, digitized user experience!

What You'll be Doing:

Digital Orchestration & S2P Simplification: Deploy a unified "front door" portal for all S2P requests, build buying authorization frameworks, and implement automated document parsing for PR creation logic.
Strategic System Integration: Drive deep connectivity across Coupa PR, Apex, and DocuSign CLM to enhance guided buying, contract collaboration, and intelligent user guidance.
Capability Modernization: Revolutionize tail-spend management through automated quoting tools and co-create frictionless "Buy and Pay" channels (Catalogs and Punchouts).
Governance & Enterprise Leadership: Spearhead "NVIDIA on NVIDIA" technology integration within procurement, manage the high-impact modernization portfolio, and lead global change management efforts.

What We Need to See:

15+ overall years in Procurement, Finance, or Digital Transformation.
6+ years leadership of strategic systems or process architecture.
Technical mastery in PR systems, vendor onboarding, and CLM (Coupa, DocuSign, Apex), with proven success in automated PR creation logic.
Exceptional cross-functional leadership skills across IT, Finance, and Legal.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience (MBA preferred).

Ways to Stand Out From the Crowd:

Track record of managing both functional and technical resources in complex global organizations.
Experience launching single-entry portals and reducing corporate buying friction!

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 272,000 USD – 414,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 3, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

How we rate this

Senior Director, Procurement Operations and Systems at NVIDIA rates 13 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

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Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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