Head Of Procurement Job In Location Na

Company Description

Job Description

The successful candidate will be leading an integrated supply chain / procurement team and co-ordinate all supply chain engagement, ranging across with our key customers and suppliers to maximise customer service and operating performance across the Appledore, Methil and Arnish sites.

• Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop optimum sourcing strategies
• Implement spend/supply assessments, consolidation review and sourcing analyses to ensure best practice.
• Negotiate pricing and rebate structures with key suppliers across Appledore and other sites.
• Develop strong relationships with new and key suppliers as well as other disciplines across the business.
• Source new suppliers for equipment portfolio that deliver more added value for the business.
• Work with QC to baseline and introduce continuous improvement. Monitor and measure Non-Conformances to Quality or Technical standards identified by QC/ Operations or others and agree resolution with suppliers.
• Liaise with technical development and sales team to ensure that the pipeline of products is delivered on time and tracked appropriately via IFS.
• Develop a contract strategy for suppliers and create, negotiate, monitor and enforce when applicable.
• Develop robust sales demand forecasting tools and practices working closely with cross-functional teams.
• Manage and continually develop supply chain / procurement team
• Leadership and growth of an efficient and effective supply chain / procurement capability
• Annually, deliver input to the wider Business Plan with defined KPIs and targets.
• Integrate with sales, bid and operational teams to deliver identified priorities.
• Identify collaborative opportunities which support competency development, growth potential and capability development
• Drive and coordinate the activities of a multi-faceted team within the wider business ensuring technical support, input and decisions are integral to bid reviews, bid compliance, bid submission and lessons learned areas
• Actively identify, promote, and manage HSE behaviours and competences within the team to ensure high standards are achieved and maintained
• Implement a succession planning process ensuring internal & externally sourced resource supports capability development
• Lead by example as a key member of the H&W Belfast Management Team exhibiting the company values and appropriate behaviours
• Demonstrate strong and active leadership for HSE & Quality, setting high standards in all areas
• Play a lead role in developing and improving the business' Safety culture and ensure completion of agreed audits and reviews
• Play a lead role integrating the business across all Departments ensuring a "One Team" approach to delivery

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a Procurement team, at manager / supervisor level, preferably within a marine, manufacturing or construction environment.
• Relevant Business, Manufacturing or Engineering Degree or proof of relevant experience.
• CIPS Qualifications or working towards
• Ability to guide, mentor and develop a team. A strong awareness of employment legislation and best practice regarding, but not limited to processes, wellbeing, and equal opportunities.
• Knowledge of different types of contracts, any law / contract background
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Previous experience of using an ERP system.
• Knowledge of the local Supply Chain.
• Experience of dealing with the Supplier Non-Conformance process
• Typically requires undergraduate degree and staff and/or technical project/process management experience, or equivalent.

Additional Information

• 31 days holiday
• Company pension
• Medical cover
• Life assurance

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.