Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager - Consumer Devices and Services

Job Req ID: 34367

Posting Date: 5 Jun 2024

Function: Procurement and Supply Chain

Unit: Finance, Strategy & Business Services

Location:

Grand Canal Dock, Dublin, Ireland

Salary: Attractive salary and benefits

Procurement Manager (Consumer Devices and Services) – Dublin-based with flexible smart working – Attractive salary and benefits

Are you ready to lead and revolutionize the procurement process on a global scale? At BT, we're seeking more than just a Procurement Manager; we're on the lookout for an innovator, a strategic thinker, and a visionary leader.

Welcome to BT Sourced, a unique venture within the BT. Here, you'll experience the vibrancy and agility of a start-up, fully digitalized and innovative, all while being supported by one of the UK's most renowned brands – BT. Our mission is to redefine procurement from the ground up, making it simpler, more digital, and inherently sustainable. To achieve these ambitious goals, we're assembling a diverse team of the brightest minds.

#WeSourceForABetterFuture

Why this job matters

The Manager is responsible for driving and delivering the procurement plan and activities in BT's Category Management, Strategic Sourcing & Proc. Business Partnering practice. This role develops and implements procurement frameworks, policies, and procedures. This role holds strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement competency and continuous value delivery.

What you'll be doing

• Manage and deliver category spend and performance, develop and deliver category plan and long term values, implement business improvements through optimising commercial, design and process levers that minimise the Total Cost of Ownership
• Drive and deliver end-to-end sourcing projects including complex contractual and pricing models
• Develop and deliver policies and frameworks underpin products and service delivery
• Collaborate with regional category teams, and ensure category plan implementation at a regional level
• Maintain internal and external networks, to ensure buy in and improvements of customer value and Total Cost of Ownership
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, negotiate commercial and contractual arrangements utilising the latest contracting tools, templates and terms and conditions, ensure required performance and contractual obligations are met, while incorporating innovative improvement initiatives
• Manage and develop a team of procurement professionals to deliver brilliant outcomes for BT and our customers
• Deliver business partnering services to key CFUs / CUs

What are we looking for in our Procurement Manager? You may have a variety of the below;

• Experience of delivering against targets as a Category Manager/Procurement Manager
• Experience working within Consumer devices and/or IT Hardware catagory, particularly around supplier capabilities, and commercial models. would be advantageous.
• The ability to lead and work autonomously under your own direction and collaborate with others

What's in it for you? What are the benefits?

At BT Sourced, we entertain, educate and empower millions of people every single day. We're a brand built on connecting people – whether that's friends, family, businesses or communities. Working here, you'll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you'll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration and inclusivity. Benefits of working for BT include:

• Encouragement of Flexible working – locations and hours of work
• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• World-class training and development opportunities
• BT Sourced Pension Scheme – 6% BT contributions
• Life Assurance from 1st day of employment – 4x salary
• We provide healthcare cover & permanent health insurance (income continuance)
• Access to excellent training tools, programmes and communities to help you connect, learn and grow.
• There's also great support for working parents
• 25 days annual Leave + bank holidays and an opportunity to buy up to five more days every year
• 3 volunteer days per year (paid)

Our leadership standards

Looking in:

Leading inclusively and Safely

I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity.

Owning outcomes

I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation.

Looking out:

Delivering for the customer

I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business.

Commercially savvy

I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making.

Looking to the future:

Growth mindset

I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation.

Building for the future

I build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.

How to Apply

So, if you're interested in the power of potential, why not join us today and release yours? You can read more here about what it's like to work at BT

It's easy to apply online; you just need a copy of your up-to-date CV and to follow the step-by step process. Don't worry if you need to make changes - you'll have the opportunity to review and edit your work on the final page. We look forward to receiving your application

BT is an equal opportunities employer. We're working hard to create an inclusive working environment, where people from all backgrounds can succeed. We want to make sure your recruitment experience is the best it can be – so, if you're selected for an interview, please let us know if there's any adjustments we can make that would be helpful for you.

#LI-BTSourced #Procureco #LI-TE1 #LI-Hybrid

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We've brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We're a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it's not just the technology that matters, it's what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you're a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.