Director, Procurement

As the Director of Procurement at 10x Genomics, you will lead the direct and indirect purchasing teams, ensure superior customer service to stakeholders, manage procurement metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role demands strategic thinking and strong leadership, overseeing product launches and aligning procurement strategies with business needs.

Candidates for the Director, Procurement role at 10x Genomics should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and have over 10 years of experience in procurement operations and strategic sourcing, preferably in a medical device or life sciences environment. A strong understanding of digital procurement tools and excellent communication skills are also crucial.

The Director of Procurement role at 10x Genomics offers a significant opportunity for career advancement within our global leadership structure. You would be working closely with executive leadership, influencing procurement policies and driving strategic sourcing initiatives which could lead to higher leadership roles in supply chain management or business operations.

At 10x Genomics, we value growth and learning. As a Director of Procurement, you will have access to continuous professional development opportunities including training sessions on digital procurement tools, leadership workshops, and a collaborative work environment that encourages innovative thinking.

The workplace culture at 10x Genomics is inclusive, dynamic, and innovative. As a Director of Procurement, you will be part of a team that encourages you to pursue new ideas and follow your passions to fuel breakthrough discoveries in biology, surrounded by talented and dedicated professionals.

When answering this question, focus on your specific experiences in procurement, detailing the challenges you've faced, how you navigated them, and the successful outcomes. Illustrate how your hands-on experience aligns with the strategic needs of the Director, Procurement role at 10x Genomics.

Your answer should highlight your process for collaborating with stakeholders and understanding their needs. Discuss your methods for creating procurement roadmaps that incorporate these business objectives, emphasizing innovative solutions you've implemented.

Mention specific metrics such as delivery timelines, cost savings, and compliance rates. Provide examples of how you've established and tracked these metrics in previous roles, and explain how they informed your decision-making process.

Share a specific example where your communication and negotiation skills led to a significant decision. Discuss the situation, your approach, and the results to demonstrate your ability to influence stakeholders at various levels.

Discuss your approach to nurturing supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance assessments, and collaborative problem-solving. Highlight your success in enhancing supplier performance in prior roles.

Provide examples of situations where you've successfully managed multiple priorities under time constraints. Outline the strategies you use to stay organized and communicate transparently with your teams.

Share specific tools you've used, such as ERP systems or AI-driven sourcing platforms. Describe how you've contributed to the implementation process and any quantifiable improvements in efficiency.

Detail your background in negotiating supply agreements, highlighting your role in developing commercial terms and achieving favorable outcomes. Provide an example that showcases your negotiation skills.

Discuss any methodologies you've used, like Lean or Six Sigma, to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements. Provide examples of successful initiatives you've led that enhanced procurement effectiveness.

Articulate your understanding of current procurement challenges, such as supply chain disruptions or sustainability pressures. Share how you have adapted to or addressed these challenges in your own work.