Manager - Procurement

• Develop and lead the execution of a procurement strategy focused on maximising efficiencies and delivering value to business stakeholders across our customers.
• Integrate and unify the buying function across starter, growth, and enterprise customers
• Prepare negotiation scripts and negotiate with suppliers, make recommendations and help improve the product
• Engage with internal & external business partners to ensure that decisions are based on the broad scope of the organization and ensure that the team achieves optimum daily execution
• Own all savings velocity, Time to value, Savings guarantees, and time to procurement

KPI’s for the customers

• Manage and develop the team to support the buying strategy; oversee goal setting, performance reviews, and development opportunities for team members.
• Establish team goals, KPI reporting packages, and the long-term roadmap.

• Ability to lead and inspire a team and a genuine love for people management
• 8-12 years of relevant experience building and leading procurement and developing sourcing and procurement methodologies on a global level
• Track record of success in procurement vendor selection and oversight; expertise in skilfully negotiating contracts with a variety of suppliers
• Multi-tasking as needed to manage various procurement projects/tasks at once while partnering with various stakeholders

Key Skills Required - 

• Entrepreneurial mindset to accelerate and drive acceptance of procurement strategy and processes across the organization
• Demonstrated project management, consulting, and facilitation skills
• Proven ability to hire, train and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cohesively with a cross-functional team.