Responsibilities:
1. Develop and manage strategic sourcing strategies for Utilities (incl. Energy) and Site Services categories at global level, overseeing a global spend of approximately $150 million annually.
2. Partner with manufacturing sites and global stakeholders to deliver tailored procurement solutions and manage Utilities (incl. Energy) and Site Services procurement at global level.
3. Create and implement innovative and sustainable procurement strategies aligned with business needs to drive value creation.
4. Collaborate with corporate teams and stakeholders to drive innovation, share information, and support the execution of the annual business plan.
5. Negotiate global Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and manage category management, sourcing, and contracting events efficiently.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
6. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
7. Required Experience: At least 5 years in strategic sourcing, procurement, stakeholders management and supplier management within a large organization.
8. Top 2 skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent negotiation and communication skills.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
9. Experience in Manufacturing environment and procurement, including Energy/Utilities and/or Facility Management/Site Services procurement strategies.
10. Demonstrated success in delivering sourcing strategies, RFXs, and commercial contracting.
11. Proven ability to drive procurement best practices and sustainability initiatives.
12. Strong business acumen
13. Excellent stakeholders management
14. Strong project management skills; experience managing cross-regional projects, ability to prioritize multiple tasks across various projects.
15. Strong market knowledge and experience in managing complex negotiations.
16. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with teams.
Additional Information:
17. Travel: Possible overnight international travel up to 10% for site and supplier visits.
18. Location: UK, Speke