Procurement Manager

Overview
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Procurement Manager
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CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)
Scope: Oversees country procurement strategy in the Local Line of Business to support client supply chain operations and enable sustainable business growth.
High-growth CBRE business division comprised primarily of Facilities Management (FM) services as well as responsibility for effective management of Opex and broader country supply chain infrastructure.
Develops and implements a market and business specific Procurement strategy and manages supply chain operations to meet CBRE and client objectives for customer satisfaction, P&L optimisation and cost reduction, quality and risk, ESG, and innovation.
Principal Duties
Design, develop & maintain CBRE's Partner Excellence Programme (preferred supplier programme) to embed a "Fit for Purpose" supply chain across services categories, geographies, and industry/client sectors, mapped to business strategy, to help differentiate CBRE and realise improved client and CBRE benefits
Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies to deliver procurement financial targets as well as contribute to broader business financial objectives
Design and facilitate business operations engagement and training programmes to support the delivery of CBRE's Target Operating Model and broader supply chain strategy, and effectively influence business stakeholders to drive adoption and maturation.
Cultivate and support the implementation of supply chain innovations
Facilitate CBRE's supplier engagement and events programme
Devise and implement strategies to meet client ESG objectives such as supplier diversity, sustainability & emissions reductions, and responsible sourcing strategies
Support supply chain related business development activities including; RFP responses, client meetings/pitches, supply chain solutioning, sales collateral development; and contribute significantly to CBRE's Win/Keep/Grow strategy
Work closely with Operational leadership to embed best practice across the business
Oversee project implementation and improved adoption of CBRE Procurement IT systems
Lead the supplier relationship management programme - design and deliver an effective programme to meet client / business requirements and unlock value - integrate business leadership and stakeholders into the programme to drive deeper relationship building with targeted preferred suppliers
Drive leverage within CBRE's supply chain and consolidate spend from non-partners to CBRE Preferred to achieve better outcomes
Oversee strategic Procurement aspects of mobilisations / transitions and renewals of key Clients to ensure successful operation of new and existing accounts
Collaborate successfully with other functional leads and stakeholders to drive cross-functional improvements and drive maturity of the business - Commercial, Finance, QHSE, Sales, Operations, People as required
Responsible for succession planning and growth of the Country Procurement team as the business grows, including development of business case justifications for future recruitment
Ensure successful participation of suppliers in CBRE's risk and onboarding programme
Participate in Country and Functional Leadership Teams and contribute to broader regional goals and objectives for the business
Implement and maintain country procurement policies, DOA, corporate governance and Code of Conduct to support delivery and mitigate risk to the business
Serve as a senior member of the Country and Regional Procurement Leadership teams, seek inputs from diverse perspectives and embrace team environment
Demonstrate passion for Procurement and willingness to drive and execute projects at pace - be an ambassador for positive business change and impact
Requirements & Capabilities
An experienced procurement professional with extensive knowledge and inherent passion for sourcing and supply chain management.
Hard services expertise and knowledge of technical / operational requirements preferential.
10+ year's Procurement experience
Undergraduate degree is required.
Advanced studies in Supply Chain / Master/ MBA preferential.
Demonstrated ability to develop sourcing strategies, and then lead and influence people in the implementation and successful adoption of those strategies
Participation on a Divisional or Business Unit leadership team
Proven ability to effectively manage in a matrix organisation with the ability to influence up, down, and across the organisation
Demonstrated experience with supplier partner programs, driving supplier leverage, supplier relationship management and development, and performance measurement
Team management and development; setting annual goals that align with business initiatives, establish employee development plans, and coaching / mentoring
Facilities management and/or service category knowledge such as cleaning, landscaping, building repair & maintenance, MRO, waste management, office services, fire/life/safety, elevators, security, catering etc
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Contract law knowledge and working experience of supplier T&Cs
Experience in M&A activities and supply chain related synergy programmes preferential
Client / Customer facing skills desired + experience with business development preferential
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrate strong business acumen and ability to develop and present compelling business cases to CBRE, client and supplier senior leadership
Proven track record to execute, deliver results, and thrives on action at pace.
Additional
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Location: Dublin, Ireland
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