Lead and manage the procurement function across Wood Transmission & Distribution, reporting to the Supply Chain Manager
Lead a team of supply-chain specialists managing procurement for a portfolio of projects
Supplier management including identification, pre-qualification, evaluation and onboarding of new suppliers and revaluation of existing suppliers; maintain Approved Vendor List (AVL)
Provide negotiation, reporting and bid support; negotiate commercial terms optimising Wood security and cash positions
Support functional strategy and objectives including cost savings, working capital improvement and people development
Identify efficiencies, drive out waste and reduce costs within the supply chain
Support tendering with provision of applicable quotes and supplier input
Engage internal stakeholders (Quality, HSSE, Technical) in procurement processes
Ensure adherence to Wood governance controls and delegation of authorities
Expedite Purchase Orders to obtain required documentation and maintain delivery dates; notify updates to project teams
Arrange third party inspections at supplier premises where required
Coordinate third party shipping agencies to arrange customs clearance when necessary
Monitor supplier performance with site teams and record deviations from expected performance
Identify procurement team resource requirements and ensure operational and development needs are met
Promote safe working practices and demonstrate safety leadership
Requirements
Educated to ISCED Level 6 (bachelor’s degree or Equivalent) in business studies, law, engineering, quantity surveying, supply chain or similar discipline / CIPS qualified or industry equivalent
Extensive procurement experience demonstrating results and experience leading a team of supply-chain specialists
Previous experience operating under framework agreements and category agreements
Experience with ERP systems
Knowledge of client contract requirements
Understanding of Supply Chain Principles and techniques
Experience negotiating complex agreements
Experience implementing project supply chain processes and procedures
Supplier Relationship Management experience
Experience in audit and assurance
Experience mobilising supply chain post contract award
Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation
Maintains a strong network both within and outside of supply chain department
Ability to positively maintain relationships with suppliers, clients and other disciplines
Strategic thinker contributing to management and improvement of the overall function