Global Procurement Lead - Strategy, Transformation & Impact

The World Bank Group; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 7,566,000 - 11,349,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Bank Group is seeking a Lead Procurement Specialist based in Manila to lead complex procurement activities across PMB and CMK portfolios in East Asia and the Pacific region. The role involves strategic problem solving, change leadership, and advisory support to task teams and management to improve project delivery and development outcomes.

We are looking for a senior professional with extensive knowledge of World Bank procurement policies and a proven track record in managing large,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Law, Procurement, Finance, Business, Commerce).
• At least twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in World Bank operational procurement.
• Experience across multiple regions and/or a combination of regional and corporate assignments.
• Advanced knowledge of World Bank procurement policies, instruments, and operational processes throughout the project cycle.
• Proven ability to oversee large and complex operational portfolios, including identifying systemic risks, prioritizing interventions, allocating resources effectively, and improving portfolio performance.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice to senior management on operational priorities, fiduciary risk management, implementation effectiveness, organizational capability, and portfolio performance.

Responsibilities

• Report to the EAP Procurement Manager and serve as a technical procurement authority and strategic advisor to clients, task teams and management.
• Provide leadership and mentorship across CMUs, governments and development partners to ensure quality project delivery and efficient procurement.
• Diagnose procurement constraints, identify root causes, evaluate risks, and develop practical, fit-for-purpose solutions balancing fiduciary requirements with timely delivery.
• Lead adoption of new business processes, digital tools and performance-management approaches across PMB and CMK portfolios to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Promote innovation, modernization and digital transformation while fostering an inclusive, high-performing team environment.

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

The World Bank Group is seeking a Lead Procurement Specialist based in Manila to lead complex procurement activities across PMB and CMK portfolios in East Asia and the Pacific region. The role involves strategic problem solving, change leadership, and advisory support to task teams and management to improve project delivery and development outcomes.

We are looking for a senior professional with extensive knowledge of World Bank procurement policies and a proven track record in managing large,