At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and optimise costs for the company.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Sagility, focused on innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Work in Kingston, Jamaica, with a focus on continuous improvement and industry best practices.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in procurement while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in procurement, strong vendor management, and a degree in a related field.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
The Sagility team is currently hiring for a Procurement role. In this role you will define and implement the procurement strategy and policy in line with the business environment and requirements of the company.
Education: A degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is required.
Experience: Proven experience (5+ years) in procurement or supply chain roles, with a track record of successful vendor management. Procurement experience in the contact centre industry setting is a strong plus.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Procurement Strategy: Assist in developing and implementing the organization’s procurement strategy, aligned with business goals and objectives.
- Strategic Sourcing: Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including identifying potential suppliers, conducting market analysis, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
- Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality products, services, and on‑time delivery.
- Contract Negotiation: Participate in contract negotiations, review contract terms, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and legal requirements.
- Cost Optimization: Implement cost‑saving initiatives, process improvements, and procurement practices to enhance cost efficiencies.
- Procurement Process Management: Streamline procurement processes and standardize procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Risk Management: Identify and assess procurement risks, implement risk mitigation strategies, and monitor supplier performance.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and align procurement activities with organizational objectives.
- Compliance and Ethics: Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical practices, and relevant laws and regulations.
- Team Leadership: Lead and manage the procurement team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Reporting and Analysis: Prepare procurement performance metrics, data‑driven insights, and reports for senior management.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in procurement, contributing to continuous improvement efforts within the procurement function.
Mandatory Skills:
- Influencing – Decisions made in this position are critical to the effectiveness of indirect expense management of the BU.
- Proven experience in managing complex internal and external partnerships for outsourced and insourced services change management projects.
- Mastery of sourcing and procurement processes (Source to Settle, Procure to Pay, and Supplier Management).
- Leadership experience in coaching and mentoring teams.
- Experience in procurement of a broad range of categories.
- Advanced ability to use Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and effective use of software such as SAP, Ariba, and Workday.
Location: Kingston, MJS Industrial Park, Jamaica
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