Senior Procurement Specialist

Role overview

Procurement operations and transformation

• Identify process gaps and improve procurement practices, operational efficiency, and governance in support of the Head of Group Procurement.
• Drive procurement improvement and transformation initiatives and implement best practices.
• Support development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.

Sourcing and supplier management

• Lead sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, tender processes, and commercial negotiations to achieve value, quality, and cost optimization.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, supplier assessments, contract reviews, and procurement documentation.

Analysis, systems, and reporting

• Analyze spend data, supplier performance, and procurement metrics to identify opportunities and inform decisions.
• Conduct commercial and risk assessments to support compliance and mitigate procurement risks.
• Use ERP and procurement systems to manage procurement activities, supplier performance, and reporting.
• Prepare procurement reports, market analyses, and recommendations for management.
• Monitor market trends, supplier developments, and industry best practices.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, procurement, business administration, engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least seven years of procurement experience, including at least three years at Senior Procurement Specialist level.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier performance management.
• Experience managing end-to-end sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement transformation, process improvement, or procurement excellence initiatives.
• Experience in FF&E, interior fit-out, hospitality, property or luxury residential, yacht or marine, or similar project-based environments is highly preferred.
• Experience supporting procurement leadership and working across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.