Director of Global Indirect Spend & Logistics

Novanta Inc.

102d

About The Position

At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Finance
• 12+ years in strategic supply chain / sourcing roles
• A background within an engineering / manufacturing focused business is desirable
• Deep knowledge of global commodity markets and supplier ecosystems
• Proven success in high-value negotiations, project management, and cost reduction
• Experience in LEAN, Kaizen, and operational excellence
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills in a global, matrixed organization

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and logistics workshops to deliver 5% YOY savings
• Develop strategies for key spend categories: Freight, Travel, IT, HR, Facilities, Marketing, and more
• Build and lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed global environment
• Negotiate supplier agreements and manage performance
• Drive Kaizen events and process improvements aligned with Novanta Growth System
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Travel globally to build supplier relationships and audit performance (25–40%)

Benefits

• Global impact with mission-critical technologies
• Remote flexibility with international collaboration
• Innovative culture that values continuous improvement
• Career growth in a high-performance environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees