Rubrik is one of the fastest growing companies in Silicon Valley, revolutionizing data protection and management in the emerging multi-cloud IT industry. Recently a Top 10 of the Forbes Cloud 100 and in the LinkedIn Top Companies list for 2020, our mission is to unlock the power of data by organizing and protecting the world's business information by building a forward-thinking, design-oriented brand that impacts the perception of user interface and experience in enterprise.

We aren’t shy about crafting products to solve problems no-one has tackled or thought about before by defining the industry, instead of waiting for directions. Rubrik is the world's first platform to orchestrate data for hybrid cloud enterprises anytime, anywhere. We blend future-proof architecture with consumer-grade simplicity to pioneer a fresh approach to an old problem. Our focus is on the people that can produce extraordinary results. We need individuals who feel comfortable in ambiguity and excited by the prospect of a challenge. Bottom line, if you have a limitless drive and like to win, we want to talk to you!

Position Overview

Rubrik is seeking a Senior Director of Procurement based at Rubik's headquarters in Palo Alto, California. The ideal candidate would have experience in scaling an indirect procurement and supplier management function in a growing technology company.  This role requires experience across a broad range of procurement activities including sourcing, contracts, supplier management and procure-to-pay processes. The candidate should be able to work collaboratively across stakeholders including buying organizations, legal and finance teams and be comfortable working in a fast-paced and high growth environment. 

Responsibilities:

Build and scale a world-class global procurement team (indirect procurement)  to support company growth to $1B in sales, 3K+ employees and beyond, driving cost efficiency and managing risk appropriately. Partner across the business to develop and execute strategies for all spend categories, with a particular focus on IT / technology. Streamline procurement and sourcing processes and procedures, driving controls, visibility and efficiency. Educate stakeholders on the sourcing processes as well as the value that the procurement team can deliver. Manage, rationalize and develop the supplier base, ensuring suppliers have the capabilities that Rubrik requires and can offer increased value at scale. Lead and set strategy for supplier contract negotiations. Ensure that benefits from the strategic sourcing process are sustained and extended during the period of the contracts through ongoing improvement strategies and initiatives including post sourcing. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including legal, finance and internal business partners.

Required Skills & Background:

Accomplished and seasoned professional with 7-12 years of deep procurement experience, inclusive of the IT / technology category.  Top-class negotiation skills. Mastery of procurement tools (Coupa experience is a plus), techniques and processes . Working knowledge of Finance processes and requirements.  Strong leadership, internal and external relationship building and communication skills. Ability to build a brand for procurement in the company and drive change. Excellent partnering, communication, and project management skills in leading sourcing initiatives. Deep knowledge of a range of spend categories and ability to quickly master new areas. Transparent in dealings and a reputation for honesty and integrity. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Rubrik is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Rubrik provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rubrik complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at hr@rubrik.com if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. EEO IS THE LAW EEO IS THE LAW - POSTER SUPPLEMENT PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYEE RIGHTS UNDER FEDERAL LABOR LAWS