Procurement Solutions & Analytics Officer

Job type:Permanent
Industry:Agriculture, Life Sciences
Expertise:Procurement & Purchasing
Salary:Negotiable
Job published:10/11/2024
Job ID:V-41307-1

Our client, a leading global tropical vegetable seed company, is seeking a skilled Procurement Solutions & Analytics Officer to oversee the technical aspects of the procurement ordering system, including its tactical development and ongoing maintenance.
In this role, you will champion the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process across multiple countries, executing ERP-related activities and providing coaching to end-users. The position also involves managing data repositories, generating KPI reports, supporting risk management, and ensuring compliance with standardised processes across all markets within the Procurement function.
Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the technical development and maintenance of the procurement ordering system, ensuring operational efficiency and system integrity
  • Lead the P2P stream, executing ERP-related activities across different countries and offering hands-on coaching to end-users
  • Develop and maintain standardised Work Instructions, Processes, and Procedures to ensure consistency and compliance within the global Procurement function
  • Manage the Procurement data repository, generate KPI performance reports, and use analytics to support data-driven decision-making
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related risks, implementing solutions to minimise potential disruptions
  • Collaborate with the Procurement community, IT teams, and other relevant departments to align technical and operational goals with company objectives
  • Lead initiatives to optimise the procurement process by identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements to streamline operations

Qualifications:

  • Strong technical expertise in procurement systems and ERP platforms
  • Proven experience in managing Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes
  • Familiarity with data management, analytics, and KPI reporting within a Procurement environment
  • Ability to develop and implement standardised processes, procedures, and Work Instructions
  • Experience in risk management and mitigation within a global procurement framework
  • Excellent coaching and communication skills to support end-user training and development
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in optimising procurement operations within a global leader in tropical vegetable seeds. If you are technically proficient and passionate about improving procurement processes, apply today!

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