Job Title
Indirect Services Procurement Lead
The
Indirect Services Procurement Lead manages the development of global category practices for non-IT Services categories (Strategic Consulting, Events, Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, TLS & Accounting, Building & Facility services, among other indirect spend categories), and the category management for the whole MEA region.
The responsibilities include sourcing strategy definition, deployment, and stakeholder management, to optimize total cost of ownership savings and procurement value contribution. They play an important role in defining category strategies on a global scale. They facilitate and support the implementation of specific category strategies by executing Category Sourcing initiatives. They report to the Services Cluster Lead and closely collaborate with the rest of the Purchasing Clusters as well as regional Lead Buyers covering APAC and NORAM LATAM regions.
Main Responsibilities
- Oversee Global categories, facilitate sourcing projects, contract implementation, and ensure contract compliance
- Oversee end-to-end sourcing processes from negotiation to contract
- Facilitate supplier selection and informed negotiations
- Establish measures and guidelines for the Category practice to ensure and track successful implementation
- Coordinate contract implementation tasks with Regional Buyers and users
- Interact with Legal and Finance teams when required in relation to purchasing scope
- Oversee the procurement strategy definition and implementation from strategic planning to sourcing execution for a set of global categories
- Analyze and set category spend baseline and category profile, including risk assessment, Vendor Relationship Management (VRM), and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) strategy
- Develop specific Category strategies with the support of the Category Lead buyers
- Support the Cluster Lead in defining a priority list of categories suitable for strategic sourcing initiatives
- Perform internal and external analysis (industry and supplier) as a member of a cross-functional sourcing team
- Coordinate and manage all steps of the sourcing process (RFx, contract management)
- Manage vendor relationships for global categories
- Support the classification and categorization of vendors in line with the defined procurement strategy
- Create and implement a Vendor Management model for strategic vendors
- Regularly track supplier performance and guide supplier development activities
- Identify potential contract improvement opportunities and re-negotiations
- Develop internal customer relationships
- Develop and nurture relationships with internal customers within the framework of cross-functional vendor management teams
- Organize sessions with internal customers to identify further Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Total Value of Ownership (TVO) reduction opportunities
- Improve and reinforce procurementβs profile and recognition within the internal customer community
- Guide the team of Category buyers
- Coordinate and support team activity
- Promote engagement and share information
- Define objectives and ensure development reviews
About The Ideal Candidate
- Over 5 years of experience leading multinational teams in strategic procurement/sourcing jobs or having experience in other areas working closely to procurement/sourcing departments.
- Proven ability to manage timelines effectively, discuss complex technical topics, and solid technical acumen
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP, Contract management tools, and Sourcing tools (ideally Coupa)
- Proficient in English; other languages are valuable
- Strong knowledge in procurement analysis, strategic levers for Purchasing, products/services knowledge, Strategic Sourcing Projects management, and negotiation principles
What We Can Offer You
- π° A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including bonus, equity, pension plan, travel, life and healthcare insurance, as well as lunch and transport allowance and other benefits.
- π A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
- π Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
- π€ A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
- π A flexible working model - We want our employees to do their best work, wherever and however it works best for them. We work half of the week at our premises and the other half at home.
- π A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
- π A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
- π― A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
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Diversity & Inclusion
Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.β―
Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,β―age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.β―
