Global Procurement - Deputy Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Conduct detailed analysis on procurement data, identifying trends, cost-saving opportunities, and performance insights.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive reports and dashboards to track key procurement metrics, supplier performance, and sourcing strategy outcomes.
• Support the preparation of regular reports for senior leadership and cross-functional teams, presenting actionable insights derived from complex datasets.

2. Supplier Performance Analysis:

• Analyse supplier performance data, including quality, delivery, relationship and cost metrics, to drive continuous improvement in supplier relationships.
• Identify and recommend strategies for optimizing sourcing and procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

3. Strategic Sourcing Support:

• Assist in the development of sourcing strategies by analysing market data, cost structures, and supplier capabilities. Experience in preparing negotiation playbooks and product clean sheets is preferred.
• Provide analytical insights that support the negotiation and selection of suppliers, ensuring that decisions align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct spend analysis to identify opportunities for category management and supplier consolidation.

4. Cost Management & Budgeting:

• Use advanced analytics tools to identify potential cost-saving opportunities, evaluate total cost of ownership, and assess the impact of different sourcing strategies.
• Work closely with the finance and procurement teams to track budget compliance and cost forecasts.
• Support the implementation of cost reduction initiatives and provide regular updates on progress.

5. Process Improvement & Automation:

• Identify opportunities to automate data collection, reporting, and analytics processes within the procurement function.
• Collaborate with IT and procurement teams to design and implement data systems and tools that enhance decision-making and improve operational efficiency.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in analytics and data-driven decision-making within the procurement team.