Strategic Director for Liberty Procurement Services

3 weeks ago

Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Liberty Global Full time
Job Title: Strategic Director for Liberty Procurement Services

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Director to lead the development and implementation of critical initiatives and propositions that improve the Liberty Procurement Services (LPS) competitive edge and drive growth within and beyond the Liberty Global Federation.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the development and refinement of the LPS overall strategic plan, aligning it with the business goals and objectives.
* Collaborate with the LPS management team and broader LG/LFS SMEs to define the strategic direction and identify growth opportunities.
* Lead the identification and evaluation of partnerships, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities to drive LPS growth.
* Deliver comprehensive market research and analysis on the procurement-as-a-service market to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and potential risks.
* Conduct competitive intelligence activities to monitor competitors' strategies, proposition/product offerings, pricing models, and market positioning.
* Lead the definition and articulation of compelling value propositions for LPS solutions.

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in business, procurement/supply chain, finance, technology or a related field.
* Demonstrable experience gained in strategic consulting or other corporate strategy departments within the field of procurement/supply chain.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into practical insights.
* Excellent understanding of procurement services market dynamics, industry trends, and competitive landscape.
* Deep understanding and interest in procurement technology landscape and how this will alter the future of procurement.
* Demonstrated track record of leading successful critical initiatives.
* Exceptional communication and story-telling skills, with the ability to effectively convey sophisticated ideas to diverse audiences.
* Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on encouraging a collaborative work environment.
* High level of business intuition, with a strong understanding of procurement and financial principles and metrics.
* Proficiency in using analytical tools and market research techniques

What We Offer:

* 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
* Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance
* Matched pension contribution up to 10%
* Access to our car benefit scheme
* Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us
* The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team

About Us:

We're building Tomorrow's Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology.
Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures.
With our investments in fibre-based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond.
We're creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia.
Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series.
Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence.
And we're prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet.
Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. We're 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society. So we're keen to hear from candidates of all background and circumstances.

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