MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in development, lead and execute procurement activities and sourcing strategies based on research and analysis to optimize value for money outcomes and meet stakeholder needs and expectations
• Develop and manage the proposal, bidding, and negotiation processes while adhering to applicable legal standards and codes of ethical conduct.
• Identify and manage commercial, contractual, operational, financial (price and cost savings), reputational, ethical and supply chain risks to minimize negative impact on category objectives while encouraging opportunity and innovation.
• Lead negotiations on high impact, complex supply arrangements and contract issues to deliver better category outcomes.
• Provide expert advice to key stakeholders on all aspects of procurement and the procurement category, to encourage innovative practices and support delivery of business and policy directions.
• Participate in developing and lead the implementation of category management plans to meet business needs, enhance stakeholder engagement, and challenge and motivate providers to optimize service outcomes.
• Lead and manage cross-functional working groups to achieve high-level of performance, integration and consistency in procurement across the category.
• Develop and implement Procurement strategies across the business.

 MINIMUM CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication skills, negotiation and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong Interpersonal Effectiveness and SAP Proficient.