Director, Digital Transformation - Global Procurement

Danaher•New York, NY

73d•$225•Remote

About The Position

The Director, Digital Transformation - Global Procurement is responsible for the strategy and execution of initiatives that modernize procurement operations through Digital Transformation, Data, Analytics & Business Intelligence, Danaher Business System (DBS) deployment and coaching, and Process Excellence. This role is critical in embedding DBS principles to drive continuous improvement while leveraging digital technologies and data-driven insights to enable smarter procurement decisions. This position reports to the Vice President, Strategic Procurement and is part of the Global Strategic Procurement leadership team and will be fully remote. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Digital Transformation Lead:â¯Responsible for developing and executing the digital roadmap for procurement, with a focus on automation, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI/ML and RPA. Spearheaded the adoption of digital platforms to optimize sourcing, supplier collaboration, and contract management. Collaborated closely with IT and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of digital solutions into procurement workflows. Continuously monitored technology trends to identify and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and value. Data, Analytics & Business Intelligence: Design and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and advanced analytics models to monitor procurement performance and uncover strategic opportunities. Ensure strong data governance and system integration to enable reliable, high-quality insights. Deliver actionable intelligence that supports cost savings, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement in supplier performance. Danaher Business System (DBS) Tools & Coaching: Champion the application of DBS principles to drive continuous improvement across procurement. Lead kaizen events and structured problem-solving workshops to eliminate waste and enhance process efficiency. Provide coaching to procurement leaders and teams on DBS tools such as Policy Deployment, Daily Management, Problem Solving Process, and Standard Work. Track and report DBS maturity through formal assessments to ensure sustained progress. Process Excellence: Lead global procurement process standardization and optimization initiatives to drive operational efficiency and scalability. Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline workflows, eliminate waste, and reduce costs. Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement. Leadership & Stakeholder Management:â¯Provide strategic leadership to a team of four direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture centered on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally with key stakeholders in Finance, IT, and Supply Chain to align procurement initiatives with broader business objectives. Serve as a key liaison to senior leadership, effectively communicating the progress, impact, and value of transformation efforts across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or digital transformation roles, with at least 5 years in leadership positions.
Strong expertise in digital technologies, DBS or similar continuous improvement systems, procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, Ariba, Coupa), and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Proven experience in process improvement and change management.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Ability to travel - up to 50% of the time or as the job requires
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Digital & Data-Driven Leadership: Lead digital transformation and technology adoption in procurement, leveraging advanced analytics, business intelligence, and emerging technologies to drive strategic decision-making.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence: Apply DBS tools and methodologies to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across procurement functions.
Strategic & People Leadership: Drive innovation through strategic thinking while coaching and empowering teams to deliver high-impact results aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities

Digital Transformation Lead:â¯Responsible for developing and executing the digital roadmap for procurement, with a focus on automation, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI/ML and RPA. Spearheaded the adoption of digital platforms to optimize sourcing, supplier collaboration, and contract management. Collaborated closely with IT and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of digital solutions into procurement workflows. Continuously monitored technology trends to identify and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and value.
Data, Analytics & Business Intelligence: Design and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and advanced analytics models to monitor procurement performance and uncover strategic opportunities. Ensure strong data governance and system integration to enable reliable, high-quality insights. Deliver actionable intelligence that supports cost savings, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement in supplier performance.
Danaher Business System (DBS) Tools & Coaching: Champion the application of DBS principles to drive continuous improvement across procurement. Lead kaizen events and structured problem-solving workshops to eliminate waste and enhance process efficiency. Provide coaching to procurement leaders and teams on DBS tools such as Policy Deployment, Daily Management, Problem Solving Process, and Standard Work. Track and report DBS maturity through formal assessments to ensure sustained progress.
Process Excellence: Lead global procurement process standardization and optimization initiatives to drive operational efficiency and scalability. Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline workflows, eliminate waste, and reduce costs. Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management:â¯Provide strategic leadership to a team of four direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture centered on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally with key stakeholders in Finance, IT, and Supply Chain to align procurement initiatives with broader business objectives. Serve as a key liaison to senior leadership, effectively communicating the progress, impact, and value of transformation efforts across the organization.

Benefits

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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