Procurement Process Strategist – Lean, Global Planning

Decskill; Portugal; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Decskill is seeking a Procurement Process Expert – Strategy & Planning to drive standardisation and simplification of core procurement processes, applying Lean principles across the organisation.

You will define and monitor KPIs, support process governance, and lead improvement projects in collaboration with Global Procurement, Legal and Finance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of core procurement processes and their application in a business environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive process adoption.
• Understanding of Lean principles and their application to process optimisation.
• Proven track record of delivering projects, ideally within a global or international environment.
• Ability to challenge established practices and ways of working to drive positive and sustainable change.
• Experience in process standardisation, simplification and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of process governance, documentation and performance management.
• Experience working with KPIs, data analytics and reporting to support business decisions.
• Familiarity with SharePoint environments and the management of process documentation, policies and training materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders across different business functions.
• Proactive mindset, adaptability and commitment to operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Drive the standardisation and simplification of core procurement processes, applying Lean principles where appropriate.
• Promote adherence to established procurement processes, ensuring consistency and alignment across the organisation.
• Support the definition of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), monitor process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects in collaboration with the Business Process Owner.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and the adoption of best practices across Global Procurement and related business functions.
• Identify process-related issues, risks and inefficiencies, escalating them when necessary.
• Identify opportunities for technology enhancements to simplify processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Support the Business Process Owner with strategic activities, including process design, documentation and governance.
• Manage and maintain the Procurement SharePoint environment, including training materials, process documentation, policies and the overall procurement process architecture.
• Own and enhance procurement data analytics and reporting, translating process and performance data into actionable insights to support decision‑making.
• Collaborate with Lean and Digital specialists to identify and implement process improvements, increasing agility and efficiency.
• Work closely with stakeholders across Global Procurement and other business functions, including Legal and Finance, to ensure an integrated end‑to‑end user experience.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of the procurement operating model, balancing risk mitigation, simplification and speed.

Skills

Procurement

Lean principles

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

KPI development

Process improvement

SharePoint

Governance

Job description

Decskill is seeking a Procurement Process Expert – Strategy & Planning to drive standardisation and simplification of core procurement processes, applying Lean principles across the organisation.

You will define and monitor KPIs, support process governance, and lead improvement projects in collaboration with Global Procurement, Legal and Finance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.