Procurement Manager - Business Services at Farfetch

Farfetch; Porto; Presencial; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Employee Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefits Program

Health Insurance & Critical Illness

Hybrid work environment

Resumo da oferta

Farfetch in Porto, Portugal, is seeking a Senior Procurement Leader to steer a portfolio of goods and services. You will develop global and in-country category and contract strategies, lead a cross‑functional team, and engage senior stakeholders to align procurement with business goals.

This full‑time, on‑site role offers a hybrid work model (3 days in the office, 2 from home) in a dynamic tech hub near Porto, with strong opportunities for career growth and international collaboration.

Qualificações

• Experience leading international procurement teams and driving strategy.
• Strong financial modelling and TCO expertise.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisations.
• Proven track record delivering cost optimisation and supplier negotiations.
• Excellent leadership and people development skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and coach a high‑performing procurement team.
• Develop macro‑level global category strategies.
• Governance of category programmes and timely execution.
• Engage senior stakeholders up to board level and align procurement with business goals.

Conhecimentos

Total cost of ownership

Financial modelling

Stakeholder engagement

People leadership

Procurement strategy

Descrição da oferta de emprego

in Porto, P13, PT. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Farfetch is a leading global marketplace for the luxury fashion industry, connecting customers in over 190 countries with items from more than 50 countries and over 1,400 of the world’s best brands and charming boutiques from around the world. Farfetch opens a world of luxury for endless expressions of style, delivering a truly unique shopping experience and access to the most extensive selection of luxury on a global marketplace.

PORTO Our office is near Porto, in the north of Portugal, and is located in a vibrant business hub. It offers a dynamic and welcoming environment where our employees can connect and network with a large community of tech professionals.

THE ROLE

Leads procurement teams across a portfolio of goods and services. Responsible for developing and executing global and in-country category and contract management strategies while driving team performance, programme delivery, and high-level stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• People Leadership Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing procurement team to achieve their full potential. Drive personal development, talent retention, and robust succession planning.
• Category & Contract Strategy Develop macro-level global category strategies balancing cost, quality, service, and risk mitigation. Identify and lead strategic workshops focused on sourcing, procurement-led change, and contract optimization.
• Programme Delivery Ensure effective governance, resource allocation, and timely execution of the category programme. Maintain a balanced project pipeline aligned with overarching business objectives and financial plans.
• Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary procurement partner for senior stakeholders (up to Board level). Navigate and influence a complex, multi-cultural, international stakeholder environment. Build trust, challenge status quo with credible insights, and align procurement vision with business ambitions.

WHO ARE YOU

• Commercial Operator: Deep expertise in total cost of ownership (TCO) and financial modelling; skilled at leveraging market insights and streamlining processes to optimize project design, cost, and timelines.
• Strategic Thinker: Analytical and creative problem-solver capable of turning data and market intelligence into innovative procurement solutions.
• Master Influencer: Expert at navigating matrixed international organisations, building cross-functional rapport, and bringing stakeholders along on the procurement journey.
• Exceptional Leader: Proven track record of managing international teams, cultivating morale, and coaching individuals toward continuous performance and growth.
• Agile & Self-Aware: Dynamic, self-directed leader who thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments, embodies core organizational values, and actively drives their own development.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

• Employee Pension Scheme
• Flexible Benefits Program
• Health Insurance & Critical Illness cover
• Flexible work environment- Hybrid Model (3 days a week from the office, 2 days from home)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT FARFETCH is committed to being an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is celebrated. We make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.