Head of Procurement

7 months ago


Salford Quays, United Kingdom TalkTalk Full time

The Role

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.

Role Expectations-
- 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-
- 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.


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