Process & Systems Procurement Lead

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The opportunity_**

Step into the dynamic role of **Process and Systems** **Procurement Lead** and become the driving force behind cutting-edge procurement systems at EDF-R (UK&I). You’ll lead the charge in implementing and enhancing tools and processes that empower our procurement function to deliver exceptional results. Through your expertise, you’ll ensure seamless operations, champion procurement excellence, and embed a culture of continuous improvement via impactful training and protocols.

Be the trusted source of timely, insightful, and actionable data that fuels smarter decisions, drives value, and strengthens stakeholder relationships. Your ability to deliver transparent compliance reporting will shine a spotlight on the effectiveness and impact of procurement activities.

Take ownership of the Risk Management Framework, actively managing and mitigating risks while serving as the go-to expert for the team. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the function operates with resilience and agility.

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Pay, benefits and culture_**

If you’re looking to **join** a **company** where you can **work hard**, **have fun**, and **help to create a Net Zero future** - then you’re in the right place’

Our passion for **embracing new ideas and being open-minded to change** helps us continue to grow successfully.

We’re committed to **helping all of our people thrive during their time with us**, recognising and rewarding every person for their hard work and commitment.

**Alongside a competitive salary, bonus, and market-leading pension scheme, we offer a range of flexible benefits and employee discounts** to help you thrive across all aspects of your life. You can spend your flexible fund on the benefits that matter to you, whether that’s an electric vehicle, private healthcare, additional holiday or one or more of our other benefits.

We’ll offer you the **flexibility, freedom and responsibility to make an impact in your role**; whether that’s on-site, in the office or hybrid working from home.

We’re committed to **championing diversity representation** across gender, ethnicity, LGBT+, disability and more. This applies to all our roles, underpinned by our Everyone’s Welcome inclusion programme.

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What you’ll be doing_**

You’ll manage and maintain procurement systems and policy for their use, ensuring appropriate consultation and communication with wider team and customers to ensure these are well maintained, managed and communicated.
- Identified as key SME for procurement systems and accountable for collection and provision of excellent data quality.
- Lead and explore and identify new technologies, systems, processes and governance that will allow for more effective, cross-functional collaboration and a reduction of siloed business operations.
- Lead and implement change programmes within the remit of the role, such as Purchase to Pay (P2P), Source to Contract (S2C), eTender systems and other tools.
- Provide leadership and guidance to procurement teams through clear communication and presentation of transformation activities and goals ensuring changes are embedded in BAU ways of working.
- Work closely with the Procurement Leadership team to drive change by bringing effective solutions that support the team objectives.
- Lead, motivate, train and develop staff under own leadership and across the team to develop a highly capable team that consistently performs to a high level.
- Ensure we meet our Sustainable Procurement ambitions.

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What do you need to be great at this role?_**

Are you ready to take the lead and make an impact? We’re seeking a dynamic professional with the passion and expertise to transform procurement within a fast-paced, multisite organization. Here’s what sets you apart:

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Trailblazer in Procurement Transformation**: You’ve successfully led procurement transformations in complex, multisite environments, delivering innovation and driving value.
- ** Systems Innovator**: With deep expertise across the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Source-to-Contract (S2C) processes, you know how to implement systems that streamline operations and maximize outcomes.
- ** Technical Expertise Meets Visionary Leadership**: Your strong technical procurement skills are matched by your ability to inspire best practices and foster innovation.
- ** Change Driver**: You challenge traditional approaches and build momentum for new, value-driven ways of working, winning the hearts and minds of stakeholders along the way.
- ** Collaborative Connector**: Your ability to align teams across geographies ensures cohesive strategies and shared success.
- ** Strategic Planner**: You excel in crafting and delivering long-term plans that generate meaningful results.
- ** Negotiation Powerhouse**: With excellent negotiation skills, you confidently challenge and influence stakeholders to achieve win-win outcomes.
- ** Exceptional Communicator**: Y