Job Title: Global Procurement CapEx
Civil Construction CoE: Global Supply
Reports to: Global Category Manager, Manufacturing Services
Indicative Level: 4
Location: Plainfield, London, Dublin, Glasgow or Edinburgh
Function: Procurement
Our procurement team are innovators, always seeking new ways to help our business, people and much-loved brands thrive. We're dedicated to maximising the £12 billion+ we spend every year, building brands of premium quality, while creating sustainable value and growth. Together, we're shaping the services, partnerships and innovations that meet our future needs.
About the Team:
Our Procurement team delivers outstanding end-to-end value across our supply chain and offers innovative supplier solutions. Together, we're driving our 'Society 2030: Spirit of Progress' plan across suppliers and agency partners to create a more sustainable world.
Wherever you choose to carve your career, we'll support and encourage you in our inclusive culture.
About the Role:
The Global Procurement Category Manager for Civil Construction will play a pivotal role in enhancing Diageo's global CAPEX procurement strategy, contributing to a cohesive and leading strategy for managing approximately $400 million in annual spend across our civil construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Review and Improvement: Evaluate current procurement processes and ways of working (WoW) against best industry practices across key markets, seeking opportunities for optimization and growth.
* Collaboration and Needs Assessment: Partner closely with the technical team to develop a comprehensive needs' profile by assessing specifications, performance outcomes, and critical requirements.
* Market Intelligence Integration: Engage with industry experts and professional service providers to leverage market intelligence effectively, ensuring informed decision-making in strategy development and program planning.
* Contracting Best Practices: Maintain a current understanding of industry-leading contracting practices across primary geographies, developing a suite of contract frameworks and master schedule templates for immediate application as projects commence.
* Leadership and Commercial Expertise: Provide leadership and commercial foresight throughout the sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contracting processes to drive value and efficiency. Ensures compliance to company policies.
Role Responsibilities:
* Education: 4 year Bachelor's degree or equivalent, membership in a professional body (e.g., CIPS) is preferred.
* Experience: Experience in Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) procurement within the civil construction or engineering sectors. Ideally 5 years.
* Industry Knowledge: Background in construction or engineering, with a demonstrated understanding of industry principles and practices.
* Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities and financially savvy, with a comprehensive understanding of financial goals and value drivers relevant to Civil Construction CAPEX.
* Insight Generation: Track record of generating insights to influence decision-making and a strong commercial mentality.
* Technical Proficiency: Technically literate with a record of successful system utilization.
* Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, coupled with robust interpersonal capabilities.
* Performance Orientation: A demonstrated history of consistent performance and delivery against objectives.
Accountabilities:
* General: Strategic Leadership: Drive the development and execution of a unified global procurement strategy for Civil Construction, ensuring alignment with Diageo's broader business objectives.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster strong partnerships with internal customers across various functions to support procurement initiatives and operational excellence.
* Performance Monitoring: Establish performance metrics and continuously monitor procurement activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and delivering value to the organization.
Specific Accountabilities:
* Strategy Development: Develop and refine procurement strategies for Civil Construction projects, integrating market insights and best in class practices to improve cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
* Sourcing Excellence: Lead sourcing initiatives for CAPEX projects, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management, to secure favorable terms and drive quality outcomes.
* Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related risks within civil construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.
* Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, facilitating continuous improvement, performance evaluations, and collaborative opportunities.
* Market Intelligence Utilization: Leverage market intelligence to inform procurement decisions and strategy adjustments, ensuring Diageo remains competitive and informed within the industry.
* Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function, identifying process enhancements and innovations that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Benchmarking Capability Development:
* Benchmarking Framework Establishment: Be externally curious to design and implement a comprehensive benchmarking framework for the Civil Construction category, enabling comparison of procurement performance against industry standards and best in class practices.
* Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze relevant data from internal and external sources to identify performance gaps and areas for improvement.
* Performance Evaluation: Regularly evaluate procurement activities against established benchmarks, providing actionable insights and recommendations for optimizing spend and enhancing operational efficiency.
* Collaboration with Stakeholders: Engage with internal and external partners to gather insights and foster a collaborative approach to benchmarking efforts, ensuring that findings are effectively applied across the organization.
* Reporting and Communication: Develop clear reporting mechanisms to communicate benchmarking results and performance insights to key partners, facilitating informed decision-making and strategic adjustments.
EXCELLENCE IN SUPPLY CHAIN 'SOURCE':
* Critical Metric Development and Monitoring: Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (critical metrics) that drive accountability and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the supply chain.
* Process Optimization: Proven track record of seeking opportunities for process optimization within the supply chain, leading to enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and improved service delivery.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to align supply chain objectives with business goals, ensuring seamless integration of procurement strategies across operations.
* Supplier Performance Management: Expertise in establishing and managing supplier performance criteria and conducting regular evaluations to ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations.
* Risk Mitigation Strategies: Ability to identify potential supply chain disruptions and implement risk mitigation strategies that safeguard against unforeseen challenges and maintain operational continuity.
* Innovative Solutions: Commitment to fostering innovation within the supply chain, demonstrating emerging technologies and practices to enhance responsiveness and adaptability.
* Training and Development: Experience in training and mentoring teams on supply chain excellence best in class practices, fostering a knowledgeable workforce that drives high performance.
LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES:
* Win through Execution: Flexible, agile & resilient, adapting plans in the face of change. Track record of execution in a business undergoing transformation.
* Inspire through Purpose: Restless in creatively thinking outside of the box and taking thoughtful risks, always working to bring others with you.
* Shape the Future: Not afraid to challenge the status quo, challenge complacency, develop ambitious plans and bring clarity to others.
* Drives collaboration in reaching a common understanding of the future. A natural business partner, enrolling customers in your vision.
* Invest in Talent: Eager to stretch yourself and encourage others to do the same.