Manager/Director, Global Procurement

Company: Minitab
Location: State College
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Location: State College, PA (Hybrid) OR Remote if located in PA but will require bi-monthly travel to the office in State College Lead global strategy. Optimize costs. Shape the future. We're looking for a Manager/Director, Global Procurement to take charge of high-impact sourcing initiatives across software, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, real estate, travel, and operational services. In this strategic leadership role, you'll negotiate multi-million-dollar contracts, drive measurable cost savings, and strengthen a world-class vendor ecosystem that powers our global business. This is your opportunity to influence executive-level decisions, orchestrate complex cross-regional projects, and mentor a procurement team—while ensuring our global operations run smarter, faster, and more efficiently. What You'll Do Lead Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations – Own category strategies for software, SaaS, cloud services, IT infrastructure, and professional services. Personally lead our highest-value deals to secure optimal terms, pricing, and risk allocation. Oversee Real Estate Procurement – Guide global lease renewals, expansions, and vendor selection, partnering with Legal, Facilities, Finance, and regional teams to ensure every workplace decision aligns with corporate strategy. Strengthen Vendor Management – Build governance frameworks, performance scorecards, and renewal processes to hold suppliers accountable and ensure consistent value delivery. Drive Cross-Functional Impact – Collaborate with senior leaders across Legal, Data Privacy, Finance, Security, and IT to deliver procurement strategies that advance business goals. Champion Analytics & Continuous Improvement – Use dashboards, KPIs, and automation tools to shorten contract cycles, track savings, and proactively manage supplier risks. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or logistics required. (Master's or certifications preferred) 10 years in technology procurement leadership—ideally in global or SaaS-focused organizations Proven expertise negotiating complex software, SaaS, and real-estate agreements Familiarity with procurement systems such as Oracle Fusion and TeamTrack Experience in agile project management, procurement digitization, and multinational operations Why Join Us You'll have the autonomy to set global procurement strategies, the visibility to influence executive decisions, and the resources to drive real change. This role offers a unique blend of strategic impact and hands-on leadership , all within a dynamic, growth-focused organization. Apply today to build a procurement function that's as global, innovative, and future-ready as the business it supports. Our Benefits: HEALTH INSURANCE : Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance is provided at no cost for full-time employees upon date of hire. Low co-pay pharmacy benefit and affordable family coverage plan is available. Short and Long Term Disability is fully paid by Minitab. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Provides guidance for personal issue and information on other Work Life Matters. LIFE INSURANCE : Group Term Life Insurance is provided at no cost for full-time employees at three times employee base salary. Minitab provides eligible employees the opportunity to purchase Voluntary Life Insurance for themselves and eligible dependents at affordable rates. RETIREMENT PLANNING: A 401k Retirement Plan with T. Rowe Price is provided with eligible employee contribution immediately. Minitab will match dollar for dollar up to the first 6% of employee's contribution. Employees are fully vested in the Minitab, LLC 401(k) Retirement Plan upon date of hire. PAID TIME OFF : Paid holidays, as well as 4 weeks of annual paid time off are provided. The annual paid time off increases one week every five years. HIGHER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: The pursuit of ongoing development is important and valued at Minitab. In support of this value, Minitab offers tuition and related expenses assistance for both higher education and other professional development. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts - Pre-tax Deductions. Parking and Transit - Pre-Tax Deductions. HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE : We offer a hybrid work model for eligible positions. PREMIUM BENEFITS : At our State College, PA Headquarters, there is an onsite gym, indoor swimming pool, yoga studio, movie theater, outdoor sand volleyball court, game room, arcade room and even a golf simulator. Personal training and nutrition counseling is available upon request. This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Application will remain open until the job is filled.

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