Senior Procurement Manager - Engineering Projects & Services

Following a period of sustained growth, this Energy major is undertaking an exciting restructure and transformation of their procurement function. With a plan to modernise and move towards best-in-class, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement leader looking for a chance to put their own stamp on a procurement function.

Reporting into the Procurement Director, you will lead a team of 3 managing significant engineering services and engineering sourcing projects. As a Senior Procurement Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Work closely with business partners to develop and imbed procurement category strategy across operations & engineering services.
• As part of the journey towards best-in-class, spot opportunities to drive change and challenge the status quo bringing new ideas to the team.
• Keep a keen eye on the wider market, looking at opportunities for innovation, new products and pricing changes, identifying opportunities to enact positive impact on the procurement function.
• Identify risk mitigation associated with sourcing activities to ensure compliance.
• Lead a team of procurement managers/buyers, ensuring effective communication and delegation of responsibilities.
• Develop, motivate and inspire the team to effectively deliver on projects and engage wider business stakeholders.

Required Experience:

• Significant procurement experience with a matrix organisation required.
• Highly adept in contract management & negotiations.
• A proven track record of building relationships with a complex/changing organisation.
• Experience within engineering procurement or relevant projects.
• Experience within a relevant industry such as Oil & Gas, Engineering or Manufacturing is ideal.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven track record of enacting innovation/change within a procurement function.
• Degree Education with MCIPS ideal.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading organisation on their journey towards best-in-class. If you’re looking to put your own stamp on a procurement function then please apply!