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An opportunity to play your part - Join Centrica as our Procurement Director for Technology, indirect, and Centrica Energy! You'll align procurement with business goals, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Reporting to the VP, you'll develop strategies, maintain high standards, and foster strong supplier relationships. Lead procurement within your Group Function and Business Units, focusing on cost minimisation, risk mitigation, and achieving key objectives. Manage spend, consolidate global supply chains, and improve processes, interfacing with senior leadership. Centrica Energy drives the green transition with renewable and flexible energy solutions. Ready to make a significant impact?

Location: UK, Windsor (talk to us about flexible working)

The day to day:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for Technology, indirect, and Centrica Energy
• Ensure efficient, cost-effective acquisition of materials and services
• Maintain high standards of quality and strong supplier relationships
• Lead procurement within Group Function and Business Units
• Create long-term strategic plans and foster a high-performance culture
• Drive cost minimisation and risk mitigation
• Manage spend and consolidate global supply chains
• Continuously improve procurement processes in line with Group Procurement standards
• Bridge business, development, and IT operations
• Identify risks and provide summaries for stakeholders
• Support technology process enhancements
• Improve reliability, efficiency, and satisfaction
• Identify root causes and recommend solutions
• Develop frameworks for product analysis and service management
• Integrate new solutions and technologies
• Coordinate resolution efforts

About You

• Extensive experience in procurement for large, complex companies, particularly in indirect and Technology services.
• Skilled in supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost optimisation.
• Familiar with best practices in procurement operations and risk management.
• Ability to understand and leverage cost, value, and strategy drivers.
• Thinks laterally, globally, and creatively to add value. Anticipates future trends and adapts to changing market dynamics.
• Proven leadership in developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Experience in leading, developing, and motivating cross-functional international teams. Demonstrated ability to build trust and influence at all levels.
• Progressive experience in Category Management and process improvement using six sigma, lean, and scrum methodologies. Identifies opportunities for service reliability, efficiency, and user satisfaction.
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making. Conducts diagnostic analysis to identify root causes and recommend solutions.
• Proficient in financial management, budgeting, and cost analysis.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Added Car Allowance program to make your commute and adventures even better.
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
• Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?

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https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

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