Responsibilities & requirements 

Leadership and People Management

·          Lead, mentor, and develop Contract Managers and Technical Buyers.

·          Set clear performance objectives and ensure effective workload distribution.

·          Build team capability through coaching, training, and development plans.

·          Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

·          Conduct regular performance reviews and manage succession planning for key roles.

2. Category and Sourcing Strategy

·          Lead the development and implementation of category strategies for all indirect spend areas

·          Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, supplier consolidation, and demand management.

·          Engage with business units to ensure alignment between procurement strategies and operational needs.

·          Deliver long-term value through strategic sourcing, total cost of ownership analysis, and innovation partnerships.

3. Sourcing and Negotiation

·          Oversee and approve sourcing processes managed by the team.

·          Guide and support complex negotiations for key contracts and high-value services.

·          Ensure consistent application of sourcing best practices and adherence to governance frameworks.

·          Review and approve supplier selections, commercial terms, and award recommendations.

4. Contract and Supplier Management

·          Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and execution of supplier contracts.

·          Ensure contracts are effectively administered by the team, with key milestones, renewals, and SLAs monitored.

·          Maintain strong relationships with critical suppliers to ensure service quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

·          Drive supplier performance management, development and risk mitigation initiatives.

5. Governance, Compliance, and Risk

·          Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, Delegation of Authority (DoA), and regulatory frameworks.

·          Lead the implementation of consistent contract and procurement governance practices across indirect spend.

·          Support internal and external audits, providing full transparency of procurement records and decisions.

·          Contribute to the ongoing development, review and improvement of Procurement Policies and Procedures.

6. Financial and Value Delivery

·          Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and process efficiency targets across indirect categories.

·          Monitor and report on financial performance against procurement KPIs.

·          Support budgeting and forecasting activities with accurate spending and contract data.

·          Identify opportunities for strategic value creation beyond cost — including sustainability, innovation, and supplier diversity.