head procurement

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & ; Strategy
 Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing team of procurement analysts and specialists
 Define and implement the strategic direction for procurement performance, analytics, and capability development
 Collaborate with procurement leadership to shape and execute data-driven procurement strategies
 Own and drive high-impact strategic initiatives aligned with business goals

Procurement Analytics & Insights
 Develop and lead advanced analytics on procurement data to generate actionable insights
 Establish and monitor KPIs to measure procurement performance, efficiency, and compliance
 Deliver market intelligence to anticipate trends, risks, and opportunities
 Enable data-driven decision-making across procurement and category strategies

Process Excellence & ; Digital Transformation
 Design and implement best-in-class procurement processes, tools, and technologies
 Drive procurement digital transformation initiatives and innovation
 Ensure governance of procurement processes, systems, and programs
 Continuously improve process maturity, efficiency, and compliance

Performance Management & ; Compliance
 Develop and deploy supplier performance management frameworks, including scorecards and governance models
 Drive procurement compliance by identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions
 Ensure adherence to policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
 Monitor and improve overall procurement performance and operational efficiency

Stakeholder Management & Change Leadership

 Build strong alignment with internal stakeholders across business lines and functions
 Drive communication and engagement across procurement and the wider organization
 Lead change management initiatives to ensure adoption of new processes and tools
 Influence senior leadership through effective communication and data storytelling

Continuous Improvement & Risk Management
 Foster a culture of continuous improvement through data-driven recommendations
 Identify improvement opportunities across procurement processes and systems
 Proactively manage risks and recommend mitigation strategies
 Ensure timely delivery of initiatives with expected quality and outcomes

People & Stakeholder Management
 Lead, coach, and develop a diverse, global team, fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
 Drive capability building, succession planning, and talent development within the team
 Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and regular feedback mechanisms
 Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders, ensuring strong alignment between procurement objectives and business priorities
 Build and maintain effective relationships across functions, geographies, and with external partners to enable seamless execution of procurement strategies
 Influence and manage stakeholders at all levels through strong communication, negotiation, and change management skills

Success Criteria
 Strong ownership of efficient procurement processes, global standards, and digital tools
 High alignment and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver strategic objectives
 Well-established KPIs with measurable improvements in efficiency, compliance, and process maturity
 Timely delivery of initiatives with high-quality outcomes
 Clear understanding and integration of business needs into procurement strategies and execution

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