Head Of Procurement

About Our Client My client is a household name in WA who continue to play a critical role in shaping the Perth market for current and future generations. Job Description As the Head of Procurement, you will take ownership of the team and the function with a focus on the following; Lead a procurement transformation with a view to creating a more commercial and technology driven function Identify and execute the procurement strategy with a focus on sourcing, category management and contracts delivery As part of the procurement strategy, you will look at the options of centralisation among other plans to create a more strategic environment Help to oversee and project manage a software and technology implementation Build and develop the existing team with a view to upskilling and driving cultural change Lead a range of continuous improvement activities with a focus integrating the procurement function with other critical parts of the business Lead the stakeholder engagement activities to ensure there is a commercial and collaborative approach to procurement relationship management internally and externally The Successful Applicant The successful candidate will demonstrate extensive experience in leading a complex and challenging procurement function. You will have a track record in leading transformation activities across people, culture, technology and processes among other areas. You will have the ability to influence critical internal stakeholders through a period of centralisation and other key change management activities. You will ideally have been involved in a technology implementation including the project management and roll out. Furthermore, candidates with exposure to procurement in the areas of infrastructure, capital works, professional services and maintenance will be looked upon favourably. What's on Offer Permanent role Influential leadership role Opportunity to lead a major transformation Competitive salary package Unique chance to work with an iconic WA business #J-18808-Ljbffr