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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Procurement Contract and Business Development Director
Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Contract and Business Development Director to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the procurement process, managing contracts, and driving business development initiatives to support the company's growth and strategic objectives. You will work closely with various departments, including finance, legal, and operations, to ensure that procurement activities align with the company's goals and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, contract management, and business development, with excellent negotiation and communication skills. You will be expected to develop and implement procurement strategies, identify new business opportunities, and build strong relationships with suppliers and partners. Additionally, you will be responsible for monitoring market trends, analyzing data, and providing insights to support decision-making processes. This role requires a proactive and strategic thinker who can navigate complex situations and drive results. If you are a motivated and results-oriented professional with a passion for procurement and business development, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement procurement strategies to support company objectives.
- Manage and negotiate contracts with suppliers and partners.
- Identify and pursue new business development opportunities.
- Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations teams to ensure compliance and alignment.
- Monitor market trends and analyze data to inform decision-making.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and partners.
- Oversee the procurement process from start to finish.
- Ensure cost-effective procurement practices.
- Develop and manage budgets for procurement activities.
- Provide regular reports and updates to senior management.
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier performance and manage supplier relationships.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs.
- Manage contract renewals and amendments.
- Develop and maintain procurement policies and procedures.
- Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, contract management, and business development.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Proven track record of driving business growth and achieving targets.
- Experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
- Experience in risk management and compliance.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and partners.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Proactive and strategic thinker.
- Strong presentation and reporting skills.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience in procurement and contract management?
- How do you develop and implement procurement strategies?
- Can you provide an example of a successful business development initiative you led?
- How do you ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards?
- What is your approach to negotiating contracts with suppliers?
- How do you build and maintain relationships with suppliers and partners?
- Can you describe a time when you identified and pursued a new business opportunity?
- How do you monitor market trends and analyze data to inform decision-making?
- What strategies do you use to manage risk in procurement activities?
- How do you handle multiple projects and priorities?
- Can you describe your experience in leading and mentoring a team?
- How do you ensure cost-effective procurement practices?
- What tools and software do you use for procurement management?
- How do you manage supplier performance and relationships?
- Can you provide an example of a process improvement or cost-saving initiative you implemented?
- How do you coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs?
- What is your approach to managing contract renewals and amendments?
- How do you develop and maintain procurement policies and procedures?
- Can you describe a challenging negotiation you handled and the outcome?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and best practices?
