Company Description

The future. It’s on you. You & Western Digital.

We’ve been storing the world’s data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data. Now we’re helping the world capture, preserve, access and transform data in a way only we can.

The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.

But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data. Western Digital® data-centric solutions are found under the G-Technology™, HGST, SanDisk®, Tegile™, Upthere™, and WD® brands.

Western Digital is an equal opportunity employer. Western Digital does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.

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Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

 

This job is responsible for delivering the organization outcome as stated:

 

Orchestrate the end-to-end process reviews between COE and Indirect organization and consolidate all process improvement opportunities.Track organization KPIs and work with Indirect staff on clear definition and reporting.Support the monthly/quarterly executive reportsWork with IT and Digital Transformation to develop all the KPIs reporting needsWork with IT and Digital Transformation to develop the Indirect procurement dashboards.Maintain Indirect procurement connect page up to dateWork with Procurement leadership for Connect page communications.Maintain a blog for regular updates and communications.Support ad hoc projects as needed

 

Authority in order for the incumbent to deliver the expected outcome, the incumbent is authorized to perform the following:

Issue the service ticket if there’s any improvement or changes neededFollow the organization goals, KPI, OKM, and related operation plan(s)Perform assigned work to achieve deliverables committed to organization goals in accordance with this job description and in compliance with work rules and ethics and compliance policies of the CompanyReport anomaly or non-compliance in relation to Ethics and Compliance policies of the CompanyReport near-miss, close-call, and work safety violations in relation to workplace health and safety regulationsReport product/production irregularity, anomaly, defectives in relation to product quality assurance

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor degree or higher in any fieldAny procurement or supply chain certification is preferred

 

Experience Requirements:

At least 5 years in the indirect procurement field in a similar and medium-scale manufacturing environmentExperience with using a multi-national ERP system

 

Other Requirements:

Excellent command of spoken and written English with story telling capabilitiesComputer literacyProficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Powerpoint, and WordGood understanding of Cloud Procurement ProcessAble to work international hours (i.e. 6:00AM meeting twice a week)

 

Key Competencies

 

Knowledge

International Procurement/PurchasingUnderstand the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and Quality Management SystemsKnowledge of Supply Chain and LogisticsProcurement ContractHigh integrity

 

Skills

Coordination skillsNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsPresentation SkillsProject ManagementCategory ManagementRelationship ManagementAnalytical SkillsResult OrientedProfessionalism

 

Abilities

Flexible and adaptableExhibit humilityBeing observantService-minded

 

Leadership Attributes

Inspires innovationThinks strategicallyDrives for results and ensures executionCustomer-focusedTakes appropriate business risksPromotes teamwork and engagementRelentless learnerSelf-awareEmpathy

 

Culture Attributes

Push to go furtherLearn continuallyGive backInnovateDeliver excellenceCustomer-centricAct with urgencyBelongCollaborateInspire trust

 

Developmental Attributes

Taking actionTechnology awarenessEnhancing processesOrganizing & aligningBuilds connections and networksQuality decision-makingRighteousnessSituational versatilityFinancial understanding

Additional Information

Because Western Digital thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity. Western Digital does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their protected class status and complies with all federal and state laws against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, as well as the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster. Part of creating a diverse and inclusive workplace includes ensuring that all qualified applicants and employees are provided equal consideration for any available opportunity. Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with a disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation, email us at [email protected].In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.