Procurement Manager ID

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Supply

Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.

About the role

Immense yourself in the energising atmosphere of Reckitt as our new Procurement Manager. Take the lead in managing a significant procurement portfolio and make an impact in how we negotiate, source, and strategize. The purpose of the role is to shape Procurement operating strategy of a group of materials and / or services with close involvement with the Supply function, Research & Development, Finance and Marketing. Your decisions will not only drive efficiency and savings but will shape the overarching procurement experience.

If you're looking for a space to exercise your autonomy, showcase your negotiation expertise, and foster your management capability, this is the opportunity for you.

Your responsibilities

• Design and recommend the strategy, sourcing and contracting of suppliers to generate a competitive advantage for the operations and meeting regional needs.
• Manage, lead and coach a team of Procurement Managers / Buyers through the process of identifying, selecting and developing supplier relationships.
• Lead negotiations with relevant suppliers to achieve gross margin expansion and net working capital reduction.
• Design, verify and amend contracts in collaboration with the Legal team, minimising liabilities, managing costs, availability and protecting intellectual property.
• Manages the budget assumptions for the managed materials / services.
• Identify risks and opportunities in each sourcing process, driving mitigation and contingency plans to ensure continued supply of the materials / services.
• Monitors the quality and service of the suppliers, driving improvement strategies.
• Monitors commodity feedstock information and market dynamics to exploit commercial advantages.

The experience we’re looking for

Minimum hold BA / BSc degree in any degree discipline or similar qualification. MBA advantageous but not essential.

Having at least 7 years of experience in relevant industry with 5 years of experience in managerial position.

Proven track record as an excellent negotiator with experience managing significant financial responsibilities.

Accomplished in creating and implementing wide-reaching procurement strategies.

Practiced in steering complex sourcing activities and high-level contract negotiations with suppliers.

Adapt at managing currency risks and recognising financial opportunities.

Proficient in developing comprehensive knowledge of advanced procurement and sourcing tactics.

Capable of collaborating effectively with Legal departments to ensure contracts are beneficial and secure.

Experience in leading a team, including mentoring trainees and interns.

The skills for success

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