Head of Procurement

NTT is a leading global IT solutions and services organisation that brings together people, data and things to create a better and more sustainable future.

In today’s ‘iNTTerconnected’ world, connections matter more now than ever. By bringing together talented people, world-class technology partners and emerging innovators, we help our clients solve some of the world’s most significant technological, business and societal challenges.

With people at the heart of our success, NTT is committed to attracting and growing the best talent and providing an environment where everyone feels they can belong and their contribution matters.

**Want to be a part of our team?**

The Head of Procurement provides leadership in the planning and executing of the purchasing activities necessary to ensure the timely delivery of the specified materials and services at competitive pricing.

**Working at NTT**

**Primary Activities**
- Liaising with key company employees to determine their product and service needs
- Overseeing all procurement activities including pre-qualification, negotiating supplier agreements, preparation of contracts and tender management
- Delegating tasks and supervising the work of Purchasing and Procurement Agents across all departments, including offshore third party outsource provider
- Identifying areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results
- Leading a team of Purchasing Agents, support escalations, and delegate tasks across departments when necessary
- Managing overall direction, coordination and evaluation of procurement for the organisation
- Developing strong relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business outcomes
- Creating policies and procedures for risk management and mitigation
- Reporting of spend and applicable rebates
- Managing performance via SLA’s / KPI’s and tracking such against company objectives

**Skills / Requirements**
- Financial and numerical skills
- High-level of attention to detail
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional talent in negotiating and networking
- Solid knowledge of supplier or third-party IT services and software
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

**Qualifications**
- Equivalent Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field like Business Management, Contract Management or Procurement
- Beneficial to possess Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIP) certification and/or Higher National Diploma/Certificate in Procurement

**Experience**
- +10 years’ experience in a procurement related role, preferably within the IT sector
- Experience in leading and managing a hybrid near / offshore team
- Beneficial demonstratable experience in driving transformational activities within former procurement roles

**What will make you a good fit for the role?**

**A career at NTT means**:

- Being part of a **global pioneer -** where you gain exposure to our Fortune 500 clients and world-leading global technology partners and work with a network of over 40,000 smart and diverse colleagues across 57 countries, delivering services in over 200 countries.
- Being at the forefront of **cutting-edge technology -** backed with a 150-year heritage of using technology for good. With 40% of the world’s internet traffic running on our network and where Emoji were first invented, you can be proud of the group’s many new ‘firsts’.
- ** Making a difference -** by doing meaningful work that helps to shape the future for our clients, and across industries and communities around the world.
- Being **your best self -** in a progressive ‘Connected Working’ environment that promotes flexibility, connection and wellbeing. Where diversity and different perspectives are embraced to ensure equal opportunities for all.
- Having ongoing opportunities to **own and develop your career -** with a personal and professional development plan and access to the broadest learning offerings in the industry.