Procurement Expert

Lead the strategic sourcing and category management scope across critical business categories including Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Facility Management, Transportation & Fleet Management. This executive-level position requires a seasoned procurement professional who can drive cost optimization, risk mitigation, and value creation while ensuring operational excellence across diverse and complex spend categories

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field, preferably holding Master’s degree in (MBA, MSc in Procurement/Supply Chain)
• Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), or equivalent
• Minimum 6 years of procurement and supply chain management experience
• Proven experience managing complex categories including IT, telecommunications.
• Record of leading large-scale procurement transformations and cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience with global sourcing and managing international supplier relationships.

Required Skills

• Deep knowledge of procurement processes, strategic sourcing methodologies, and category management principles
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and telecommunications technologies, facility management, fleet operations, and construction project management.
• Proficiency with procurement technology platforms, spend analytics tools, and ERP systems.
• Advanced knowledge of contract law, negotiation strategies, and risk management.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive-level stakeholders.
• Proven negotiation skills for complex, multi-million-dollar agreements

Change management expertise and ability to drive organizational transformation.