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Procurement Director
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a procurement strategy that supports all business units and entities.
- Manage the procurement and supply chain budget, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency in collaboration with Finance and other key stakeholders.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement across key processes, technology, products, and services.
- Lead strategic cost optimization efforts through people, process improvements, technology, and contractual efficiencies.
- Establish robust governance and controls for all procurement activities, including both direct and indirect categories.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement and supply chain team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
- Drive transformative changes in support of strategic and operational objectives.
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
- Develop and instil standardized frameworks for supplier selection, contracts, and RFQs.
- Develop sourcing strategies to secure high-quality materials and services at competitive prices.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Promote sustainable procurement and supply chain practices in line with Policies.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Extensive experience in procurement and supply chain, with a proven track record in senior leadership roles.
- Expertise in procurement within construction-related industries is advantageous.
- Ability to craft a clear vision and sourcing roadmap with advanced technology integration.
- Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills, both internally and externally.
- Proven experience in leading procurement functions.
- Proficiency with sourcing tools including Spend Analytics, Contract Management, and P2P platforms. Knowledge of Procore and advantage but not essential.
- Experience working in a scale-up business environment and adept at managing ambiguity and change.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management and supplier relationship management.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills