An expert purchasing professional with an in-depth understanding of strategic sourcing and supplier management, this individual is responsible for devising, developing and implementing tailored procurement strategies and procedures and also for providing senior level guidance group-wide.
Deliverables
Management of an identified category spend of c. £60m+: Includes Advertising Creative, Design Agencies and all Marketing Production ,(TV, Pre-press and DM Production (i.e. art working)) and excludes marketing print Driving sourcing and vendor management initiatives to deliver P&L and added value benefits for Business Units and the Group. Developing robust 3-5 year Sourcing Group Strategies (with Business Partner input) to cover key categories, detailing strategic options and opportunities to deliver value to the Group in the longer-term. Understanding of dependencies across marketing categories and ensuring increased co-operation and co-ordination between categories and teams on a global basis. Developing effective relationships with key stakeholders, (including categories with multiple Business Partner contacts) across businesses and geographies. Development of effective supplier relationships and ensuring implementation of effective Vendor Management practices in conjunction with Business Partners Preparing business cases for major contracts and ensuring sign-off in accordance with internal processes. Development of robust and appropriate contracts including liaison with specialists across businesses to ensure compliance to Group policies