Head of Procurement - Contracting Services

Overview

Principal Accountabilities

• Develop and implement procurement policies and processes to standardize practices across Business Units and drive long-term efficiency and improvements.
• Design and execute procurement strategies with innovative programs to maximize value and support service delivery.
• Manage centralized procurement budgets to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.
• Analyze market trends and best practices to enhance procurement processes, manage risks, and strengthen governance frameworks.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to address business needs, resolve issues, and deliver cost, service, and quality outcomes.
• Conduct regular business reviews and recommend policy and process improvements aligned with market changes.
• Identify and mitigate commercial, operational, financial, and supply chain risks while encouraging innovation.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Establish performance metrics and reporting to track procurement outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Promote procurement value and ensure adherence to policies in dynamic environments.
• Lead and manage procurement teams, driving performance and delivering high-quality stakeholder support.
• Oversee team development, performance management, and procurement training programs.
• Act as the central point for procurement guidance, policies, and training across departments.
• Develop and manage SLAs with Business Units and projects.
• Prepare annual procurement budgets, strategies, and KPI reporting.
• Build long-term partnerships with manufacturers and subcontractors and support strategic pricing initiatives.
• Implement vendor management programs and maintain strong ethical governance practices.
• Drive global sourcing strategies and leverage e-procurement tools.
• Manage risk allocation with suppliers and optimize inventory strategies with internal stakeholders.
• Oversee end-to-end inventory management, performance tracking, automation, and demand forecasting.

Minimum Requirements

• Outstanding team building and leadership skills.
• Master’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 15+ years’ experience within construction and contracting industry with hands-on experience.
• 6 years experience in a managerial/head role.
• Results-oriented, metrics-driven leader with expertise in procurement.
• Experience with sourcing and procurement and vendor program building.
• Solid analytical and negotiation skills.
• Proven track record in global relationships with major suppliers and specialist subcontractors.