Head of Procurement

2 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom TalkTalk Telecom Group PLC Full time

The Head of Procurement will set the strategic direction for a team of category managers whilst leading, developing and motivating them to deliver best in class strategic sourcing across a diverse spend portfolio. The role holder will work closely with the Procurement Director to deliver integrated value solutions by working across business units to create synergies of spend. The successful candidate will be able to clearly demonstrate the ability to think strategically, drive for results, build relationships, show awareness of market knowledge & data analysis, and be able to lead senior negotiations while ensuring that effective engagement with senior stakeholders is maintained.

In addition, the role holder will be an expert in all areas of Procurement, be able to coach and mentor a senior team effectively, whilst being a role models for the TalkTalk values – We Care, We Challenge, We Commit

The Team

The TalkTalk Procurement team is an exciting and fast paced central function managing third party spend across all Business Units. We are a small, dynamic, busy team, split by key categories of indirect and direct spend and we often find the biggest opportunities by working together. We work collaboratively with our stakeholders to really focus on the priorities where we add the most value, sometimes to meet short term needs but mostly to deliver on an overall strategy to meet business goals.

Strategically aware – Has a developed knowledge of factors and influences that affect sourcing and can apply to complex situations

Driving for Results – Has the ability to create a clear procurement pipeline and drive its execution to deliver annualised savings targets for the TalkTalk group

Stakeholder Engagement – Has a proven track record in building relationships with stakeholders at all levels, and use a network of relationships to influence and solve problems

Market Knowledge & Data Analysis – Has strong knowledge of relevant supply markets, and the ability to interpret simple and complex data into a succinct meaningful overview

Commercial acumen – Able to drive, lead and execute on complex negotiations, often by applying a different lens to meet the business needs

Leadership – Coaching and line management responsibility for Category Managers and is an exemplar of the company values, We Care, We Challenge, We Commit

Mentoring – Approachable and creates an environment in which team members feel valued and have a sense of progression and appropriate career challenge.

As a recognised Top 50 Inclusive Employer in the UK, we know that diversity means success and innovation. We want our workplace to reflect the communities and customer we serve. Being inclusive is part of our DNA; we are all 100% human, and we create a culture where you can truly be yourself.

We’re also not your usual 9-5. We are a dynamic workplace and we want to talk to you about how you like to work.

About Us

We’re on a mission to bring simple, affordable, reliable and fair connectivity to everyone. We believe every customer matters, so we’ve been challenging the status quo from the word go to change things for the better.

We’ve created a working environment where you can be yourself and give your all whether that be from your front room or the boardroom. You’ll be called on to out-think the competition and work closely with your colleagues to come up with new ideas and deliver great results for our customers.

It won’t always be easy, but it’s always exciting. There are great opportunities for you, and our business, if you’re ready to stand for something

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