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Director, Procurement Center of ExcellenceType of Employment: Permanent
Location: Dublin, Ireland or Oslo, Norway
Visa requirements: A valid work permit from the EU/EEA (relocation assistance is not provided)
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Head of Global Procurement GNFR and Transformation within our Global Procurement GNFR department, The Procurement Excellence Director is a key leadership role within the Goods Not for Resale (GNFR) team responsible for driving strategic procurement initiatives within the organization across North America, Canda, and Europe. This role requires a dynamic individual with a deep understanding of procurement best practices, processes, category management, and strategic sourcing at a global level.
The Procurement Excellence Director will lead the development and implementation of best practices, processes, and tools across the GNFR landscape to optimise procurement operations, enhance efficiency, and drive cost savings by establishing a Global Procurement Center of Excellence responsible for Procure to Pay (P2P), Global Sourcing Desk across all GNFR categories, Spend Analytics & Reporting, Catalogue mgt., invoice control, e-auctions, system implementation and maintenance of all Procurement applications in addition to operating a Procurement Support function located in Riga, Latvia and managing any future BPO partners.
This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams globally to align procurement strategies with business objectives and drive continuous improvement across the procurement function to meet the overall ambition of establishing a World Class procurement function and practice that supports both topline growth at low costs.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Here are ways that you'll help make journeys better:
Strategy Development: Develop and implement procurement best practice strategies aligned with the overall global business objectives. Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost optimization, and risk mitigation.
Process Optimization: Lead efforts to streamline procurement processes, from sourcing to contract management including procure to pay and supplier performance evaluation. Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions to enhance operational effectiveness.
Global Procurement Centre of Excellence: Build and run a best in class Global Procurement Centre of Excellence responsible for Procure to Pay (P2P), Global Sourcing Desk across all GNFR categories, Spend Analytics & Reporting, Catalogue mgt., invoice control, e-auctions
Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure procurement performance. Monitor and analyse data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Develop and implement action plans to address performance gaps.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, operations, and quality assurance, to align procurement strategies with business needs. Partner with cross-functional teams to drive consensus and achieve strategic objectives.
Talent Development: Build and develop a high-performing procurement team. Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to enhance team capabilities. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. Identify and mitigate procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, compliance issues, and geopolitical factors.
Technology Enablement: Evaluate and implement procurement technologies and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Leverage automation, data analytics, and digital solutions to drive process improvements and decision-making.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
We want you to join our team! Here's what we're looking for:
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive global experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management preferably in the retail industry.
Strong leadership skills with proven experience in leading global cross-functional teams and driving change initiatives.
Deep understanding of procurement best practices, processes, and tools.
Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify insights, and drive data-driven decisions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment and deliver results under tight deadlines.
Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPIM, CPSM).
Experience in implementing procurement technologies (e.g., e-procurement, spend analytics, supplier management) is a must.
Experience working with BPO providers.
Personal characteristics:
Strong ability to drive change management and optimization in complex organizational structures.
Very strong commercial mindset.
Strong negotiation and analytical skillset.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to direct others according to company standards.
Ability to network and establish partnerships.
Balance competing priorities and deadlines.
Exemplary multitasking and organizational skills.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor the message and delivery to a wide range of internal and external stakeholder groups.
Advanced Experience with MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word preferred, and more procurement systems such as Ariba, Jaggaer, Coupa or similar.
Self-driven personality with strong ability to secure execution.
Willing to work non-traditional working hours, due to global time-zones.
Extensive travel required.
The Procurement Excellence Director will play a critical role in driving procurement transformation and achieving operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement and innovation in procurement practices.
WHY WORK WITH US
Our office employment opportunities offer you career growth with an international company, plus a dynamic work environment that puts people first. Wherever you are in your journey, we have a place for you. Here's some of the exciting perks we offer:
Alimentation Couche-Tard is a proud reciever Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for 3 years in a row.
Complete benefits packages (health insurance, pension contribution etc.).
Possibility to enrol in stock purchase plan.
Employee discount on fuel and in our stores.
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days.
Work in a collaborative, dynamic, high performing and diverse team.
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company.
Hybrid work to allow a sustainable work-life balance.
At Circle K, our culture is defined by all the team members who work here and how we interact with each other. Our guiding principles are the core values we live by and inform all our actions and business decisions. You can find them at Values and Culture | Circle K. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
INTERESTED?
We encourage you to apply by May 4th, 2024.
We are partnering with Sanderson Recruitment. To apply, kindly submit your CV via email to Nicola Reid at Nicola.Reid@sanderson.ie.
Contact persons :
Steffen Rønningen
Head of Global Procurement GNFR and Transformation
e: stero@circlekeurope.com
Odd Sverre Hanssen
Director Commercial & Asset Management
e: osha@circlekeurope.com
We are looking forward to your application!
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