Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel. Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions. Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter. The Director of Procurement is a critical leadership position and will report to the Chief Procurement Officer based in Southlake, TX. The role will be responsible for Sabre’s third-party contracts, Procurement Operations, and Procurement modernization. Specific duties include: Lead the Procurement Operations and Procurement Contracts teams. Build and lead a high-performing team ensuring alignment of individual and team efforts with organizational goals and ensuring accountability. Leverage technology and data to streamline procurement processes, enhance visibility, and improve decision-making. Optimize the development and execution of the third-party contract risk management program and framework, including governance, policies, procedures and risk management standards. Partner with Risk & Security, Legal, and Data Privacy to implement activities related to managing and mitigating third-party contract risk. Drive Procurement modernization, leveraging technology and data to streamline procurement processes, increase efficiency, enhance visibility, and improve decision-making. Define and implement continuous process improvements and optimizations that increase internal customer satisfaction, reduce cycle time and deliver efficiency gains while ensuring compliance with policies and mitigating vendor risk. Collaborates, coordinates, consults and communicates across disciplines and departments to ensure Procurement is viewed as a trusted internal partner. Able to be onsite 3+ days per week at headquarters in Southlake, TX. The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary. Preferred Experience and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related discipline preferred 10+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management 10+ years Leadership/Management experience Third party contract risk management experience Strong process and program/project management experience Robust leadership and collaboration skills to build and maintain trusted relationships with all levels of management and peers Experience in change management and optimizing procurement processes Broad-based understanding of core procurement areas of focus (spend management, category management and supplier management) Ability to influence individuals at all levels, including executive-level leadership Comfortable with ambiguity and can take decisive action amidst changing business needs and priorities Excellent oral and written communication skills Knowledge of ERP and Contract Management/Purchasing Systems. (SAP and Coupa preferred). Sabre Offers The Following Outstanding Benefits Very competitive compensation Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days) 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO) 5 days off annually for Year-End Break We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program 12 weeks paid parental leave An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs Lots of fun and engaging employee development events Reasonable Accommodation Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Affirmative Action Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW #LI-Hybrid#LI-KN1