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Mackenzie Jones
Ref: HP279-901
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The RoleThe RoleOur client is a large Oil and Gas infrastructure business with operations predominately focused in Nigeria. As part of their continued expansion they are looking for a senior and experienced professional to lead the growth of their Procurement function. This role would be based in Dubai and responsibilities are as follows: - Develop and manage the procurement department including setting targets and monitoring performance - Develop and deliver a Procurement Strategy across the group to deliver the target benefits and financial savings including approving each business head’s purchase strategy and savings plans Engage support and agreement for the strategy from key stakeholders so that implementation and compliance are optimal; promote the effective management of suppliers to sustain value throughout the life of the contract Establish new processes and systems for effective procurement across the group; develop an eProcurement vision and identify solutions the ITupgrade; investigate opportunities for broader savings in inventory and warehousing costs Provide specialist advice, guidance and service on leading practice procurement to all group businesses; lead the society in identification, assessment and management of potential risks associate with differing sourcing strategies; provide insight through the analysis of spend, supply markets and savings; - Maximise the use of the Society’s funds by identifying best practice and leveraging the spend within and outside the Society including monitoring available framework agreements available to charities (e.g.buyingSolutions) - Ensure all goods and services purchased comply with the group’s corporate social sustainability policies - Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver breakthrough performance in cost, service and quality, including technical input to negotiations on strategically significant contracts (e.g. Call Centre) and negotiation and management of third party service providers (e.g. eAuction houses, technical audits such as Recovery - Develop and agree annual departmental cost savings targets for the annual Budget process; develop and agree the annual procurement plan with directors and departmental heads - Develop a savings reporting mechanism with Finance which is understood and accepted by the user departments. Produce regular reports on performance and provide comprehensive management information and in-depth analysis when requested including spend analysis, savings secured and potential savings – for forecast and budgets. |
RequirementsRequirementsApplicants must have the following: - Hold a leading Procurement role in a large business at group level or equivalent - Heavy industry procurement experience - Strong track record of success and evidence of having grown a procurement function - Comfortable with regular trips to Lagos, Nigeria - Must be a Western passport holder and native English speaker |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyMackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of HR, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Sales, Secretarial & Business Support, Management Consulting and Engineering recruitment expertise. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs. So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. It’s all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists. We’re growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results. Areas of specialties we recruit for are: Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Sales, Secretarial & Business Support, Executive Search, Banking & Financial Services, Management Consulting and Engineering. |
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