Interim Strategic Purchaser
Interim Search has been entrusted to appoint a Strategic Buyer to an expansive international company in Facility Management (FM) with a strong focus on sustainability. The company is in an intensive development phase with a focus on efficiency and business management.
This is a role for someone who wants to combine strategic thinking with operational execution in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. In this role, you will have a central position and work closely with both the business and suppliers to drive procurement forward and create business-oriented, sustainable solutions. You will have a direct impact on business and results and become a key player in a critical phase.
Main duties:
- Drive and execute business-critical procurements and develop an efficient and sustainable supplier base
- Responsible for category management, spend analysis and follow-up to optimize cost and value
- Act as a strategic partner to the business and contribute to increased business value
- Streamline and develop purchasing processes with a focus on structure, quality and profitability
- Ensure compliance with contracts, laws and industry requirements
- Actively contribute to the company's sustainability agenda through strategic purchasing decisions
- Drive change and exercise indirect leadership in a complex organization
To be eligible for the role:
- Has solid experience in strategic sourcing and is confident in driving business-critical initiatives
- Have worked in complex environments, preferably in construction, engineering, installation or Facility Management (FM)
- Is analytically strong and used to working data-driven, with good knowledge of Excel
- Has a good understanding of construction law and is used to working closely with operational activities
- Combines strategic height with an operational, solution-oriented approach
- Has a proven ability to drive change and influence without formal staff responsibility
- Experience in project management or change management (meritorious)
About the process
The assignment is expected to be full-time and last for six months with good employment prospects.
Are you the person we are looking for? Don't hesitate, apply today!