Procurement Excellence Lead

2 weeks ago


Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States IFS Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Excellence Lead to join our team at IFS. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a best-in-class Procurement function, driving procurement excellence through strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • COE Leadership: Establish and lead the Procurement Center of Excellence, developing and promoting best practices, methodologies, and tools across the procurement function.
  • PMO Oversight: Manage the Procurement PMO, ensuring successful delivery of procurement projects, alignment with strategic goals, and adherence to timelines and financial trackers.
  • Data & Analytics: Lead the procurement data team to develop and implement data-driven strategies, providing insights that inform decision-making and enhance procurement performance.
  • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Drive the global roll-out of the SRM program, standardising processes and tools to optimise supplier collaboration and performance.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within procurement processes, leveraging data, technology, and best practices to drive efficiencies.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of COE activities with overall business objectives and priorities.
Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience in procurement, with a focus on COE, PMO, data analytics, and SRM.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in building and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
  • Experience with procurement technology solutions and/or data analytics tools.
Additional Information:

We believe that collaboration and innovation are key to driving business success. Our team is committed to fostering a culture of open communication, mutual respect, and continuous learning. If you are a motivated and results-driven professional looking to make a meaningful contribution to our organisation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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