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Executive search, brand ambassador, strategic sourcing, market mapping, analytics/research, Critical risk role/succession planning, talent About the Company SUEZ is a global leader in the water and waste management sectors. We have been operating for over 160 years, employing over 45000 people across 40 countries with one common objective to protect our resources and improve the quality of life wherever we operate. We bring global perspective in everything we do, enriching our solutions and strategies. In Australia, SUEZ provides access to drinking water from various plants to over 14 million Australians, with a further 3.5 million Australians provided with wastewater treatment services. Our core services include Design & Build, Operations & Maintenance, Build Own Operate & Transfer (Boot), & a range of partnership models. About the Role As we embark upon an exciting of growth and revolution, we are seeking to appoint a Head of Procurement, where you will lead a team of procurement professionals through a transformational journey, driving innovation across systems and processes and delivering improved commercial outcomes. As an inspired and independent leader, you thrive on a challenge and bring energy and determination to complex environments, and you are excited by the opportunity to build and influence. You will provide strategic oversight of procurement activities, and your leadership will contribute to providing a value-added service to the ANZ business. Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead and mentor a team of professionals fostering an environment of collaboration, high performance, innovation and continuous improvement Provide strategic direction and operational leadership in line with broader organisational goals Manage the day-to-day operations of the team, overseeing activities for both direct and indirect categories Process Improvement & Transformation Lead efforts to review and enhance existing procurement processes, transitioning them from the current state to a "best practice" model. Conduct regular health checks and audits of procurement systems Implement change management strategies which challenge the status quo, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team Engage with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to align procurement strategies with overall company goals and ensure integration with wider business functions. Cultivate strong relationships with key suppliers, managing both global and regional supplier relationships to drive value and performance. Negotiate and manage complex contracts, ensuring favourable terms that align with the organizations objectives. Sustainability & Environmental Impact Lead procurement efforts with a strong focus on sustainability, ensuring the company''s environmental footprint is minimized through responsible sourcing and eco-friendly procurement strategies. Actively contribute to sustainability-driven procurement decisions, reinforcing the companys commitment to green procurement, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting environmentally friendly alternatives. Required Skills Your 10 years expertise in a procurement function can demonstrate driving transformational excellence at a senior leadership level. You are experienced in managing direct and indirect spend particularly in high-value contracts and large-scale procurement operations. You understand the complexities of global matrix style organisations and may have enjoyed success within a consulting environment. Proven and effective leadership skills allow you to influence with a wide range of stakeholders including our SLT, suppliers, contractors and engineers. You bring advanced project management and change management and both a strategic and tactical mindset. Highly developed negotiating skills are essential with the ability to drive cost savings is a must. Sound commercial acumen and judgment with the ability to align legal and commercial advice with project and business objectives is expected. Tertiary and post graduate qualifications are required, and accreditation with CIPS highly regarded. Want to know more To learn more about what it''s like to work at SUEZ please visit our website and YouTube channel. If you are looking for your next opportunity and want to make a positive impact on our business, then we want to hear from you. Diversity and Inclusion are at the core of SUEZs vision for creating an organisation that is ready to face the challenges of tomorrow. Together, our differences inspire the innovation and creativity to succeed. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Purchasing Industries Air, Water, and Waste Program Management Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SUEZ by 2x Get notified about new Head of Procurement jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia . 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