Head of Procurement Transformation - APAC

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Transformation Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement transformation strategy for the APAC region, aligning with the global procurement vision and objectives.
• Establish clear goals and KPIs to drive procurement transformation, cost savings, and process efficiencies.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvements in procurement operations, supplier management, and procurement tools/technologies.

Team Management and Development:

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to a small regional procurement team based in the Philippines and India.
• Set clear objectives, KPIs, and targets for the team and ensure they are aligned with the overall procurement transformation strategy.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation within the team.
• Coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including business leaders and senior management, to understand their procurement needs and align procurement strategies with their objectives.
• Build strong relationships with Clients and internal business partners to drive engagement, promote procurement initiatives, and establish credibility.
• Engage and negotiate with key suppliers to foster strategic partnerships and obtain favourable terms and conditions.

Procurement Excellence:

• Lead the implementation and execution of procurement best practices and standard processes throughout the APAC region.
• Drive the adoption of digital procurement technologies and tools to enhance efficiency and visibility.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, contract management, supplier performance evaluation, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor and analyse procurement KPIs and metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
• Implement robust governance and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Change Management and Process Optimization:

• Drive change management initiatives to ensure successful implementation of procurement transformation projects.
• Identify process optimizations and lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement operations.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance procurement capabilities and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Establish and maintain robust governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks within the procurement function.
• Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, standards, and policies by implementing effective controls and procedures.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, and Compliance departments to mitigate potential procurement-related risks.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline. MBA or equivalent is desirable.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in procurement management roles, with a focus on procurement transformation and process improvement.
• Strong leadership skills, experience managing cross-functional teams, and a track record of successful team development.
• Extensive knowledge of procurement best practices, market trends, and industry standards.
• Experienced in managing procurement operations across multiple APAC markets.
• Solid understanding of digital procurement technologies and tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and build effective partnerships internally and externally.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from data and leverage them to drive decision-making.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are advantageous.