Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company as indicated by the mention of 'Our client' and specific candidate restrictions.
Job overview
The Director Procurement Excellence role focuses on leading procurement operations and developing long-term strategies for process transformation within the company.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing contract updates and negotiations, driving process improvements and transformation, implementing strategic frameworks like Supplier Relationship Management, overseeing change management for new procurement processes, supporting system improvements, and ensuring governance and best practices.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a degree and over 10 years of procurement process improvement and operations excellence experience, preferably in construction, utility, or energy sectors, with skills in strategic sourcing, supply chain, category management, team management, and familiarity with procurement technologies like S/4 Hana.
Job location and travel
Initially remote with a hybrid work model of 1-3 days in office or more depending on business needs starting in 2025.
Unique job features
This is a newly created position focused on long-term procurement strategy and process transformation with responsibilities spanning contract management, strategic sourcing, and technology implementation.
Company overview
ProcureAbility is a consulting firm specializing in procurement and supply chain management solutions. They offer a range of services including strategic sourcing, procurement transformation, and talent management to help organizations optimize their procurement processes and drive cost savings. The company generates revenue by providing tailored consulting services, training programs, and technology solutions to clients across various industries. Founded in 1996, ProcureAbility has established itself as a leader in procurement consulting, known for its innovative approaches and commitment to delivering measurable results for its clients.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight over 10 years of procurement process improvement and operations excellence, emphasizing strategic sourcing, category management, and supply chain experience relevant to construction, utility, or energy sectors.
Focus on showcasing leadership skills managing teams and driving change management initiatives, including process transformation and governance implementation.
Apply through multiple channels such as ProcureAbility's official corporate website, LinkedIn job postings, and industry-specific job boards to maximize your application reach.
Connect with current employees in the procurement or operations divisions at ProcureAbility on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent procurement innovations at the company or asking about their experience with the rollout of new procurement technologies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'procurement operations excellence,' 'strategic sourcing,' 'category management,' 'S/4 Hana,' and 'change management' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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