Establish a Procurement Excellence roadmap adapted to Givaudan's future challenges with a focus on simplification, digital transformation, and best practices & training.
Propose and drive solutions for procurement processes, policies, procedures for stable operations and continuous innovation for procurement to become best in class
Lead strategic procurement excellence projects including chairing appropriate steercos
Drive adoption of best ways of working and appropriate change management related to the implementation of procurement processes, solutions and data management
Ensure that the global procurement guidelines and best practices are understood across the procurement organization.
Provide guidance on simplification of RM & IM&S procurement processes and systems
Create and guide the team on digital roadmap in coordination with STC Content Management and DTC GSO and GSEs on PTP topics
Drive adoption of best practices and systems
Define STC control framework
Audit coordination and follow-up
Oversee Sustainability digital solutions evolution in line with the Global Sustainability strategy
Guide the Sustainability Excellence Manager and team to create and execute digital roadmap in coordination with the Global Sustainability extended team, IT and organizations using relevant data and ensure the focus is on simplification of end-to-end data management, processes and systems
Work closely and collaborate with RM & IM&S category management and the IM&S regions, Expert users, GBS PTP and GBS DTC & the IT BP
Act as Procurement business partner with IT organization
Propose solutions for decision making by PLT (RM and IM&S) and relevant stakeholders
Oversee direct management of Sr. Procurement Excellence Managers
Manage the Content/Sourcing and BMA team
Attract and develop necessary talent to build a high performing organization
Develop a strong succession plan, promote high potentials and address performance gap
Requirements
Master degree required / Business Administration /Supply Chain or other related field
10+ years of experience in relevant role, procurement exposure is beneficial
7+ years proven leadership experience in an international environment
Prior experience in matrix global organization
Experience in managing a global team
Knowledge of F&F/FMCG/Chemical industry is beneficial
Fluent in English
Knowledge of SAP Ariba
Openness to travel (based on location, regular travel is required)
Proficient in delivering clear and structured messages
Highly analytical with ability to translate data into information with long term strategic thinking capabilities
Cultural awareness and understanding of fast changing requirements
Excellent change management skills – track record in managing complex transformations
Benefits
Attractive package with benefits
Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
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