Based on the strong results delivered, we are embarking on a new chapter in our Procurement evolution. Over the past 18 months, we have established a Group Procurement function, and we are currently seeking talented a Group Indirects Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in this transformation, which is undertaken collaboratively with divisions, as One Procurement Community.

Key responsibilities 

• Develop a strategy for categories in their ownership including optimising prices, demand, and technical aspects.
• Source several Indirect categories at a group level.
• Understand their categories and relevant market movements in-depth - be considered a subject matter expert by the divisions.
• Collaborate closely with the Divisional stakeholders to maximise value created.
• Generate and deliver significant productivity savings opportunities.
• Ensure adequate legal agreements are in place to protect the Business.
• Lead the supplier awards and commercial terms decisions process (in line with Delegation of Authority)
• Manage relationships with suppliers. Perform Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for Group Indirect categories.
• Lead supplier innovation and continuous improvement activity for your categories.
• Ensure strong risk management process for a portfolio of indirect categories to protect the business.

Key outcomes within first 12 months:

• Build knowledge of your categories and relationships with key stakeholders.
• Establishing category plans for your categories
• Delivery of several category strategies
• Delivery of several sourcing events to achieve an in-year savings target.

Outcomes for beyond 12 months

• Develop an overarching category plan that covers a portfolio of category areas that delivers reduced supply chain risk, improved value and improved business outcomes.
• Develop and deliver a long-term plan of value delivery.
• Progress the department by identifying process improvement opportunities and delivering them.

• In-depth experience in strategic sourcing of one or more Indirect categories including FM, marketing, operational support and corporate services and MRO.
• Knowledge and experience of best-in-class category management and sourcing practices from one or several companies of high standing

You will ideally have a broad exposure and experience across indirect categories. You will be comfortable operating across a complex group of stakeholders, coupled with strong experience of a best practice approach to procurement, risk and supplier management and well versed in the complexities of a fast-paced business. Prior experience working in a PE owned organisation would be desirable.

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