Supplier Strategy Program Manager

Meta Meta · Big Tech · Dublin, Ireland

Meta is seeking a Program Manager for their Supplier Strategy team to drive enterprise-wide supplier and sourcing transformation initiatives. The role focuses on architecting programs that leverage AI and automation to redefine how Meta manages its global supplier ecosystem, working at the intersection of Strategic Sourcing, Finance, and Enterprise Products. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem-solver experienced in strategic sourcing, program management, and procurement transformation, capable of driving high-impact initiatives through ambiguity and translating business requirements into tool enhancements.

What you'd actually do

  1. Architect and deliver the end-to-end strategy for key strategic supplier programmes that directly support the shift toward autonomous, AI-driven buying
  2. Shape the multi-year strategic vision for key supplier and sourcing programmes- proactively identifying emerging opportunities and risks, developing original strategic recommendations, and translating these into actionable roadmaps with clear milestones
  3. Lead and land high-impact, multi-layer initiatives involving Strategic Sourcing, Data Science, Engineering, and Procurement Operations to drive the adoption of next-generation supplier tools and processes, delivering measurable adoption and efficiency gains
  4. Own and drive cross-functional initiatives through ambiguity - making high-judgment calls, seeking input where appropriate, proposing solutions proactively, and keeping momentum even when direction from leadership is limited or unavailable
  5. Take ownership of multiple, multi-layer cross-functional relationships. Proactively and strategically engage cross-functional stakeholders to drive adoption of Supplier Strategy programs, processes, and tools

Skills

Required

  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Program Management
  • Procurement Transformation
  • enterprise procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
  • supplier-related technology solutions implementation
  • cross-functional initiative leadership
  • change management
  • data analysis
  • strategic planning
  • stakeholder engagement
  • AI tools integration
  • ethical AI practices

Nice to have

  • B.A. or B.S. degree in business, supply chain, procurement, technology, or equivalent experience
  • experience in technology-driven transformation
  • experience in Program Management or Procurement Transformation

What the JD emphasized

  • drive enterprise-wide supplier and sourcing transformation initiatives
  • applying it with intent to drive real, measurable impact
  • architecting enterprise-wide supplier programs
  • AI and automation can accelerate outcomes across supplier strategy workflows
  • autonomous, AI-driven buying
  • drive the adoption of next-generation supplier tools and processes
  • Own and drive cross-functional initiatives through ambiguity
  • making high-judgment calls, seeking input where appropriate, proposing solutions proactively
  • Take ownership of multiple, multi-layer cross-functional relationships
  • Proactively and strategically engage cross-functional stakeholders
  • Operate with a high degree of independence
  • proactively identifying what needs to happen next, bringing forward ideas and recommendations
  • Partner with Enterprise Products, Data Science, and Engineering teams to translate business requirements into tool enhancements
  • Drive the evolution of Meta's supplier ecosystem by spearheading cross-functional engagement and change initiatives
  • bridge organizational silos
  • owning the long-term roadmap for process optimization
  • Deploy advanced data tools and analytical techniques to measure program performance
  • provide actionable insights for executive decision-making
  • Define, track, and report on program success metrics
  • ensuring clear visibility into ROI and business impact
  • reporting outcomes to leadership
  • 8+ years of professional experience in Strategic Sourcing
  • technology-driven transformation or enterprise systems implementation
  • Experience in Program Management or Procurement Transformation preferred
  • High integrity, with a track record of building trust and operating transparently
  • Experience with enterprise procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
  • implementation of supplier-related technology solutions
  • Experience driving end-to-end process improvements and continuous improvement cycles
  • global, time-sensitive corporate environment
  • Proven track record of navigating complex, fast-changing environments where requirements are fluid
  • Demonstrated experience of moving projects forward by making high-judgment decisions with incomplete information
  • building consensus across stakeholders
  • Deep experience across strategic sourcing, programme management, and procurement transformation
  • ability to draw on all three disciplines
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute long-term strategic plans
  • resulted in measurable business transformation
  • Proven communication skills
  • demonstrated track record of leading change management efforts
  • overcoming operational barriers to adoption
  • A self-directing work style
  • evidence of proactively advancing projects
  • making sound decisions with incomplete information
  • bringing forward ideas and proposals without being asked
  • Demonstrated experience of actively upskilling, experimenting with new tools and technologies
  • proactive approach to exploring how AI can transform the way we work
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale procurement or supplier transformation programs
  • quantifiable outcomes (e.g., cost reduction, cycle time improvement, supplier consolidation)
  • Demonstrated experience of operating with high autonomy
  • someone energised by the absence of explicit instruction
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy revi