What are the Key Deliverables in this role?

Financial Outcomes

Operational Delivery:

• • Oversee daily procurement activities including purchase requisitions, orders, and contract management.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with Sourcing/Procurement teams to drive standards, compliance, cash flow, and efficiencies.
  • Oversee daily procurement activities including purchase requisitions, orders, and contract management.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Manage internal customers. Provide periodic updates and contribute to periodic Communications like scorecards, status packs, service delivery reports, escalation reports etc.

Leadership & People Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement specialists.
• Set clear performance goals and conduct regular evaluations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Cross Functional Activities:

• Collaborate with internal departments (Finance, Legal, Operations) to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Act as a key point of contact for procurement-related queries and escalations.

What are the Critical success factors for the Role?

•  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
•  5+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
•  Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
•  Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
•  Knowledge of contract law, vendor management, and strategic sourcing.
•  Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

What are the Desirable success factors for the Role?

• Certification in Lean Six Sigma/PMP/Analytics
• Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, CIMA, etc.)
• Sound knowledge of MS Visio, MS Project Plan & project management tools