The opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager with expertise in Procurement
to join our Business Consulting Team. This senior role will involve close collaboration with Supply Chain Consulting leadership to scale SC&O-related opportunities, drive business wins, and deliver Source to Pay or Procure to Pay engagements, within the MENA region.
Key responsibilities
As a Senior Manager, you will be part of a team of professionals with extensive Procurement experience. Your responsibilities will include
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Stakeholder Engagement
Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with business stakeholders at various levels. -
Business Development
Collaborate with stakeholders in the MENA region to understand key business priorities, identify opportunities, and help the organization achieve revenue targets through effective business development activities. -
Project Delivery
Lead client engagements related to procurement transformation including operating model design, optimization and technology implementation. -
Thought Leadership
Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance on procurement best practices, supply chain optimization, and the integration of technology solutions such as e-procurement platforms, analytics tools, and automation technologies. -
Technical Expertise
Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in procurement and supply chain management, including digital procurement platforms, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain applications. -
Team Management
Lead and manage a high-performing team within the Procurement domain, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. -
Mentorship and Development
Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performance consulting culture and enhancing the teams technical acumen in supply chain areas. -
Risk Management
Maintain a strong focus on quality and risk management throughout all engagements, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Skills and attributes for success
To excel in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships and deliver exceptional results. Key skills include
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Business Development Acumen
Strong business development skills with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for contributing to organizational growth. -
Consulting Expertise
A robust consulting background with specialized expertise in core supply chain functions, particularly in procurement in the Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities or GPS sectors. -
Supply Chain Technology Proficiency
In-depth understanding of procurement processes, tools, and best practices, including digital procurement platforms, ERP solutions, and emerging technologies such as AI and automation. -
Team Leadership
Experience managing large teams in a service delivery environment, with a focus on performance management and team development. -
Innovative Thinking
Ability to develop and present innovative ideas and conceptualize new approaches and solutions to complex procurement challenges. -
Stakeholder Management
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional teams effectively. -
Project Management Skills
Strong project management capabilities, with experience delivering multiple initiatives simultaneously and on time. -
Mentorship and Development
Leadership qualities focused on mentoring, team development, and fostering collaborative environments. -
Analytical Skills
Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities (both oral and written) to influence and negotiate effectively. -
Strategic Mindset
A strategic mindset with adaptability in dynamic, fast-paced consulting environments. -
Integrity and Professionalism
High levels of integrity, professionalism, and client service orientation.
Qualifications
To qualify for the role, you must have
- A bachelors degree with approximately fifteen years of related work experience, or a master s degree with approximately thirteen years of related work experience.
- Deep knowledge in Procurement and experience on
- Procurement strategy
- Governance frameworks
- Strategic sourcing
- Category management across direct and indirect spend areas
- Cost optimization
- Experience working in Consulting and/or Global Business Services (GBS), delivering procurement solutions.
- Experience in managing and leading large-scale Procurement transformation engagements and delivery teams.
- Expertise in performance improvement, target operating models, operational excellence, business process re-engineering, and optimization.
- Experience in pre-sales operations, including writing technical proposals in response to RFPs/Tenders and developing business solutions.
- Strong leadership and presentation skills, with the ability to facilitate discussions with senior executives.
- Functional expertise in ERP systems and tools such as SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, and/or Oracle, with experience in two or more full life cycle implementations focusing on the Procure to Pay value stream.
- Experience in Supplier/3rd party audits.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Aris, Power BI, Tableau, etc.
- Willingness to travel to the Middle East and work a Sunday to Thursday schedule, supporting MENA timings (11 AM 830 PM).
Ideally, you ll also have
- Certification in Procurement such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or Certified Procurement Professional (CPP), and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, and Ariba
