Director, Indirect Procurement
at Roku
San Jose, United States
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Roku is changing how the world watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the US and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
About The Team
The Operation Team's mission is to drive efficient, high-quality operations that drive business growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and promote a culture of continuous improvement, cost discipline, and quality while producing devices that enable Roku to be the comprehensive streaming platform that connects and benefits the entire TV ecosystem around the world. As a member of the Roku Operations Team at Roku, you will embody a blend of efficiency, collaboration, and customer focus, contributing to an agile, data-informed, and high performing Operations Team focused on market and margin growth in the competitive streaming industry.
About the Role
We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Indirect Procurement to lead and elevate our Indirect Procurement team. You will be responsible for framing and executing the overall procurement strategy, corporate policy, driving initiatives across key indirect spend categories (including SaaS, IT hardware, productivity software, test equipment, facilities, travel, contractors, and other third-party services), implementing procurement technology solutions, and building a best-in-class procurement organization. You have a strong track record in indirect procurement management, exceptional negotiation skills, and experience with financial systems like Anaplan to streamline processes and maximize efficiency.
For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $204,000 - $307,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.
What you'll be doing:
- Frame, develop, and implement the overall strategy for Indirect Procurement, ensuring alignment with business goals and evolving market conditions
- Lead the Indirect Procurement function across all key categories, such as SaaS, travel, IT hardware, productivity software, test equipment, facilities, contractors, and third-party services
- Drive the selection, implementation, and optimization of procurement software solutions (e.g., Anaplan) to improve efficiency, analytics capabilities, and spend transparency across all indirect procurement activities
- Establish and foster a high-performing, best-in-class procurement organization by developing robust processes, recruiting top talent, and nurturing a culture of continuous improvement
- Lead complex, high-stakes negotiations to secure competitive terms while mitigating risks. Work closely with Legal and Finance teams to ensure compliance and achieve favorable contract outcomes
- Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships, ensuring strong performance, risk mitigation, and value generation. Regularly assess supplier capabilities and implement best practices for supplier management
- Establish and execute category-specific strategies to maximize value, reduce costs, and enhance supplier performance across each indirect category
- Define and execute against category-specific key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategies to maximize value, reduce costs, and enhance supplier performance across each indirect category
- Partner with key internal stakeholders, including IT, HR, Marketing, and Finance, to align on procurement needs, budget goals, and support the overall business strategy
- Identify and implement continuous improvements across procurement processes, tools, and policies to enhance efficiency, compliance, and scalability
- Proactively manage supplier risks and ensure business continuity by implementing policies, controls, and contingency plans across indirect spend categories
- Develop and proactively manage the Corporate Procurement Policy working cross-functionally across the organization
- Analyze spend patterns, track savings, and provide insightful reporting to support data-driven decision-making and align with budgetary goals
We’re excited if you have:
- Minimum of 10+ years in Indirect Procurement, with a proven track record of success in managing SaaS, IT hardware, productivity software, test equipment, facilities, contractor, third-party agreements, and other indirect categories
- Demonstrated experience framing procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and market trends, with the ability to drive long-term value creation
- Experience with indirect procurement software and finance solutions (e.g., Anaplan) and the ability to lead technology implementation to enhance procurement operations
- Strong leadership skills with experience building, developing, and inspiring high-performing procurement teams
- Extensive experience negotiating complex agreements with a focus on securing favorable terms and managing risk
- Deep understanding of market dynamics and best practices across SaaS, travel, contractor, and other indirect procurement categories
- Proficiency in data analysis and spend analytics to identify savings opportunities, track performance, and drive efficiency
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field. Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM) are a plus
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Benefits
Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.
The Roku Culture
Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.
We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
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