Job Opportunities Head of Procurement Excellence

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Head of Procurement Excellence - Your next role

As the Head of Procurement Excellence you will establish a clear vision for processes systems and digital transformation to drive procurement evolution in view of the upcoming Procurement AI revolution and aligned with the strategy 2030 goals and targets. Lead & develop Procurement Excellence team covering Raw Materials Indirect Material & Services Sustainability as well as Content Business Market Analysts and Sourcing support team. Actively engage and represent Procurement with key stakeholders on strategic initiatives. Be a force of proposition by bringing best practices and outside-in view to the procurement organization.

You will report directly to the Chief Procurement/Sustainability Officer.

Multiple location: Argenteuil (France) Naarden (Netherlands) Budapest (Hungary) Vernier (Switzerland) Kemptthal (Switzerland)

Your main responsibilities will include:

Procurement Excellence Strategy

• Establish a Procurement Excellence roadmap adapted to Givaudans future challenges with a focus on simplification digital transformation and best practices & training

• 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

Processes Systems and Audits

• Provide guidance on simplification of RM & IM&S procurement processes and systems

• Drive adoption of best practices and systems

• Define STC control framework

• Audit coordination and follow-up

Sustainability Digital Solutions

• 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

Stakeholder & People Management

• Act as Procurement business partner with IT organization

• 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

Your professional profile includes:

• Master degree required / Business Administration /Supply Chain or other related field

• 10 years of experience in relevant role procurement exposure is required

• 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 is required

• Excellent communication/storytelling skills

• Openness to travel (based on location regular travel is required)

• 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

• Attractive package with benefits

• Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development

• A creative team environment that will inspire you

• Other local benefits based on where you are based

• Hybrid role (1 HO day/week)

At Givaudan you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch peoples lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture where you can thrive collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Givaudan is committed to equal opportunities. Therefore we welcome applications regardless of cultural and social background gender age religion or sexual identity.
We also have a safe working environment progressive working conditions and are certified as an equal pay employer.