Procurement Manager

1 month ago

London, United Kingdom IAG GBS Full time
Job Description

Responsibilities

Procurement and Commercial Negotiation

  • Apply in-depth knowledge of procurement processes and strategies to achieve cost savings and efficiency improvements
  • Lead commercial negotiations with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contracts
  • Develop negotiation plans, conduct supplier assessments, and evaluate proposals to drive cost reductions while maintaining quality standards.
  • Experience in technology and automation with a strong focus on driving transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and deliver commercial value
  • Experience in leveraging innovative solutions to streamline processes and optimize business operations, ultimately driving sustainable growth and competitive advantage

Cost-saving Initiatives:

  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value creation across procurement categories
  • Implement initiatives to optimize spend, streamline processes, and enhance supplier relationships
  • Drive conversations with stakeholders to increase awareness of cost-saving opportunities and promote a culture of financial stewardship

Data Analysis

  • Analyse data comprehensively using Excel, Power BI(desirable) pivot tables, data visualisation tools, and dashboard creation to interpret complex datasets 
  • Evaluate business opportunities, market trends, and operational efficiencies through commercial analysis, translating data into strategic insights and supporting the IAG Airports transformation initiatives and relevant associated tender processes
  • Develop and present reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, making data accessible and understandable to non-technical audiences
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, understand business processes, and provide data-driven recommendations for process improvements and strategic planning
  • Manage and prioritise multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery of insights and recommendations
  • Continuously seek ways to automate and improve data analysis and reporting processes, utilising the latest tools and techniques in data analytics

Stakeholder Management:

  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
  • Build and maintain relationships with external vendors and negotiate contracts that support the company's interests

Experience in Ground Handling (Highly Desirable not mandatory)

  • Utilize knowledge of ground handling operations to identify areas for cost optimization and process improvement
  • Leverage industry expertise to develop innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce expenses
  • Provide insights and recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in ground handling activities

Qualifications

Bachelor’/Masters Degree preferred



Additional Information

Skills Required 

  • Proficiency in using Excel  to create advanced data models, compelling visualisations, and interactive dashboards
  • Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate large volumes of information with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Presentation Excellence: Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to synthesise complex data into engaging, understandable presentations for a broad audience
  • Inherent Commercial Insight: Solid understanding of business operations, with the ability to conduct nuanced commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making
  • Superior Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating intricate insights and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Creative Problem-Solving: Innovative and logical approach to identifying and implementing effective solutions
  • Organisational Prowess: Exceptional organisational and project management skills, with the ability to navigate through extensive datasets and timelines to extract critical business insights
  • Adaptive Learning: Continuous learner, staying abreast of the latest industry trends, and leveraging new tools and techniques in data analysis and commercial evaluation
  • Strong people skills, with an ability to coach and develop others
  • Excellent written and spoken English and/or Spanish is a plus

Experience Required 

  • Good understanding of corporate compliance & controls standards and practical experience in applying them in the own area of responsibility
  • Working proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint & Excel
  • Demonstrate consistent record of achieving cost savings
  • Experience dealing with contracts
  • Working experience at an airport desirable not mandatory

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