Procurement Director

Job Summary The Procurement Director leads the Procurement team that is responsible for professional sourcing of products services meeting the specified needs of the Business at most competitive commercial terms The position has the primary accountability of overseeing executive procurement in the management development and implementation of relevant materials and services portfolio by following market conditions price trends and formulation of future market trends for the business Job Responsibilities 1 Lead the identification of metrices tools and processes to optimize sourcing supplier activities and efficiencies Delivery of Operating Cash Flow and Working Capital plans for the specific materials services and suppliers Close coordination with the business to support the launch of innovations as well as new products and service s development s Lead in strategic advice and collaboration of procurement strategies approaches and requirements Lead direct and manage the department goals to be aligned to the business strategies Ensure execution of all common procurement strategies for responsible portfolio category of materials and services Ensure consistency and standardization in the approach to drive improvements in procurement activities Establish measurable goals in the departments continuous improvement Enhance the departments capabilities by supporting the development of processes technology and tools Oversee the rationalization of suppliers materials and services that meet business requirements Oversee that the departments internal as well as external customers receive quality and timely procurement service and assistance Build longterm cost reduction and value improvement plans for specific spend areas Design and implement transactional strategies and automation goals for Procure to Pay processes