My client are a global leader in the chemical and life sciences sector, at the forefront of shaping industries and improving lives through cutting-edge solutions. The Global Head of Procurement - Facility Management, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing procurement across facility management, real estate, and fleet. You will lead a team of six procurement professionals, driving strategic initiatives, and collaborating closely with senior stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a global spend of โฌ450M across facility management, real estate, and fleet categories.
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals to deliver best-in-class procurement strategies and practices.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to understand business needs and develop procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, efficiency, and cost savings.
- Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and value for the organization.
- Lead complex cross-functional projects, taking ownership from conception to execution.
Requirements:
- Extensive procurement experience in facility management, real estate, and fleet categories on a global scale.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
- Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and value through strategic procurement initiatives.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Professional fluency in English is essential, other EU languages beneficial.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Benefits:
- Opportunity for professional growth and development within a global organization
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment
