Are you an experienced leader in Procurement looking for a new challenge? Do you have expertise in the Procure-to-Pay process? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Strategic Sourcing to join our growing Procurement team.
Focusing on the core pipeline for procurement for goods, works and services across SNG, you'll lead procurement activities across the organisation, ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and internal requirements and best practice.
Based from our head office in Basingstoke, you'll combine office and home working to ensure a positive work/life balance.
It's a really exciting time to join us as Sovereign have joined forces with Network Homes to form SNG (Sovereign Network Group).
Together we provide over 84,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England – our purpose being to provide quality affordable homes and places that people love for generations.
What you'll be doingReporting into the Financial Planning, Procurement and Tax Director, this key role will lead a specialist resource team providing guidance and support across the organisation, promoting value for money, and ensuring procurement and contract standing order compliance.
Main responsibilities include:
Developing a strategic approach to relationships with procurement and other groups, working in partnership in order to achieve economies of scale and cost effectivenessDeveloping and maintaining framework agreements, as well as maintaining an overview of the timetable for the renewal and retendering of key contracts across the organisationLeading on the implementation of the new legislative requirements to ensure that SNG is ready and able to comply with the new requirements by the implementation deadlineReporting to the executive board, committees and boards on compliance against external standards, contract standing orders, deferrals, exceptions and value for money performanceManaging the Strategic sourcing team with a focus on articulating a clear vision, providing direction, and fostering a culture of accountability, high performance, and continuous improvementResearching and developing new procurement initiatives and where appropriate develop initiatives into mainstream processesWhat we need from youYou should have demonstrable experience in a similar senior leadership role within procurement, with strong understanding of procurement regulations and compliance requirements.
You'll need:
Strong knowledge and understanding of the Procure-to-Pay process workflow, including supplier sourcing, contract management, and procure-to-pay processExperience in strategic planning, implementation, and creative thinkingAbility to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholdersPrevious leadership experience, with demonstrable focus on coaching a developing a high performing teamTo be comfortable making key decisions, with a strong attention to detail in interpreting informationExperience in driving service improvements and creative innovationSignificant data analytics skills, ideally including Power BI and experience linked to business operations and procurementCIPS qualification is desirable but not essentialYour BenefitsWe have some great benefits at SNG, including:
£450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits packageGenerous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salaryOptions for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness coverWellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP serviceAt Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG.
Take a look at our careers site to learn more about us and our values.
If you would like the opportunity to make a real impact within our changing and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you!
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