Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies, category plans, and sourcingroadmaps aligned with organizational objectives. Oversee all procurement and contracting activities, ensuring adherence to approved policies,procedures, and Delegation of Authority. Review and approve complex requisitions, tender strategies, commercial evaluations, negotiation outcomes, and award recommendations. Drive the closure of internal and external audit observations, ensuring sustainable corrective actions and strengthened controls. Provide expert guidance to senior stakeholders on procurement best practices, risk mitigation,commercial structuring, and compliance requirements. Lead negotiations with key suppliers and contractors to secure optimal commercial and contractual outcomes. Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Technical, and other functions to ensure alignment on contractual, financial, and operational requirements. Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement governance, efficiency, digitalization, and process maturity. Manage, mentor, and develop the procurement team to build organizational capability and ensure high performance. Monitor supplier performance, market trends, and commercial risks to support strategicdecision-making.
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Law, or a related field. Master Degree is preferrable
Competencies:Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Advanced analytical, negotiation, and advisory capabilities High attention to detail with a strong compliance and risk-management mindset Ability to drive transformation and manage cross-functional initiatives Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in procurement, contracts, or commercial roles, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership capacity.