Sourcing manager

Leading the development and implementation of global and local category strategies in IT by addressing the relevant category's total spend and supplier base and considering all potential levers to reduce cost and drive improved performance including demand and specification management. Continuously reviewing the relevant supply market to understand best industry practice and ensure that Group is best positioned to maximise its business opportunities and minimise its business risk. Leading the identification and delivery of cost savings opportunities, prioritising and maintaining a pipeline of procurement initiatives within that category by working with key Group stakeholders and leveraging on best practices across different geographies. Leading global negotiations and supporting/supervising other negotiations managed by the local teams by providing category knowledge and where required setting negotiation targets and co-ordinating/representing Group input into local negotiations. By working with Group Legal teams ensuring that awarded agreements are correctly formalised with suppliers and that the contract is accurately registered in the relevant contract management system. Fully utilising Group's eProcurement tools and capability (e-RFPs, e-auctions, workflow management and reporting). When called upon running complex and high-value competitive sourcing competitions in end to end compliance with Group's procurement policy and processes. Leading and managing the appropriate commercial interface with a range of major global IT suppliers including tier 1 & 2 suppliers in accordance with Group's supplier management approach. Adopting a holistic commercial approach encompassing the entire spend/activity profile with the supplier including the leveraging of commitment controls to ensure compliance with contract and compliance with the supplier as a preferred source. Identifying the commercial benefit (e.g. cost reductions & process improvements) opportunities arising from those supplier relationships. Projecting those opportunities and leading the resulting commercial supplier interaction at group levelLeading innovative service provider - HQ Milano Ovest Global IT Category Manager scope EMEAAt least 5 years' experience developing category strategies, running substantive sourcing events and managing the commercial elements arising from contract implementation, amendments, extensions with a nominated range of IT suppliers.Experience working in multinational environments and matrix organisations.Experience of using management information from ERP and Purchasing systemsStrong negotiating skills and a deep knowledge of the key contractual elements affecting the commercial relationships with third parties.Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with and influence suppliers and internal stakeholders at the highest levelExperience in project management and ability to implement and lead cross-functional and/or virtual teams Leading innovative service provider - HQ MilanoOvestChallenging role in a multinational and dynamic context

Leading the development and implementation of global and local category strategies in Facilities and other services by addressing the relevant categories' total spend and supplier base and considering all potential levers to reduce cost and drive improved performance including demand and specification management. Continuously reviewing the relevant supply market to understand best industry practice and ensure that Group is best positioned to maximise its business opportunities and minimise its business risk. Leading the identification and delivery of cost savings opportunities, prioritising and maintaining a pipeline of procurement initiatives within that category by working with key Group stakeholders and leveraging on best practices across different geographies. Leading global negotiations and supporting/supervising other negotiations managed by the local teams by providing category knowledge and where required setting negotiation targets and co-ordinating/representing Group input into local negotiations. By working with Group Legal teams ensuring that awarded agreements are correctly formalised with suppliers and that the contract is accurately registered in the relevant contract management system. Fully utilising Group's eProcurement tools and capability (e-RFPs, e-auctions, workflow management and reporting). When called upon running complex and high-value competitive sourcing competitions in end to end compliance with Group's procurement policy and processes. Leading and managing the appropriate commercial interface with a range of major global and local suppliers in Facilties and other services including tier 1 & 2 suppliers in accordance with Group's supplier management approach. Adopting a holistic commercial approach encompassing the entire spend/activity profile with the supplier including the leveraging of commitment controls to ensure compliance with contract and compliance with the supplier as a preferred source. Identifying the commercial benefit (e.g. cost reductions & process improvements) opportunities arising from those supplier relationships. Projectising those opportunities and leading the resulting commercial supplier interaction at group level. Leading innovative service provider - HQ Milano OvestGlobal Category Manager Services scope EMEAAt least 5 years' experience developing category strategies in Facilities and Consultancy related services, running substantive sourcing events and managing the commercial elements arising from contract implementation, amendments, extensions with a nominated range of suppliers. Experience working in multinational environments and matrix organizations. Experience of using management information from ERP and Purchasing systems Strong negotiating skills and a deep knowledge of the key contractual elements affecting the commercial relationships with third parties. Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with and influence suppliers and internal stakeholders at the highest level Experience in project management and ability to implement and lead cross-functional and/or virtual teams Strong analytical and communication skills Creativity, innovation, problem solving and ability to challenge conventional thinking A willingness and ability to work with the minimum of supervision Educated to degree/post graduate level CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply) or similar qualification will be valued Fluent in English. Additionally Spanish, French or Italian with be valued Leading innovative service provider - HQ Milano OvestGreat opportunity in a corporate and new role for the Group

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is an international non-profit organisation seeking to recruit a Works Supervisor to cover the North Area of Italy. The post is responsible for the supervisory, execution and co-ordination of structural work within the geographical region allocated. Primary task is ensuring that cemeteries and memorials are properly maintained to the standards as specified by the Commission as efficiently and economically as possible and supports the Regional Manager, Southern Europe in all aspects when required. About the Role:  Preparation, coordination and completion of all maintenance and project work within the CWGC as directed. To ensure we comply with all aspects of building and conservation law including the sourcing of all necessary authorisations and permits. To help develop our long-term maintenance and conservation strategy.  To provide high-level technical and professional surveying advice for MA, to ensure the continuous development of the Area’s long-term maintenance and conservation strategy. To inspect, survey and assess the condition of our complete estate in order to guide and influence the operational output of the MA Operations Department is delivered to the Commission’s standards and in a cost-effective manner.  Manage the implementation of corporate Health and Safety Policies including the adoption of safe working practices, taking appropriate action to enable supervision and monitoring to manage the areas risks effectively.  Responsible for the operational requirement of our fleet in Italy  Responsible for managing the production, authorisation and monitoring of the monthly accounts in accordance with corporate accounting practices, within agreed delegated regional budget and financial delegated authority per transaction.  Where responsible, supervision of Works staff and contractors to ensure they deliver work as directed. Ensures that the work is carried out safely, to Commission’s standard, to cost and within agreed timescale.  Developing of Conservation Management Plans and/or Management plans for all budget funded projects.  Monitor standards, conduct and provide coaching and assistance when required to motivate staff to give their best. Promotes talent and staff development whilst dealing effectively with poor performance.  Inspect cemeteries, memorials and associated buildings. Prepare Condition survey reports and ensure that the Works standards of the Commission are met  Prepare contract documentation and issue tenders for manager acceptance. Monitor the work of contractors and report progress to the manager. Work with external engineers, architects and surveyors for the design and construction of major or specialist projects  Contribute to our Operations department in terms of policy, strategy and recommend action plans to carry out project’s works, providing professional advice to the management on issues connected with the Works programme and operations.  Recommend action plans and submitting estimates to the Regional Manager, working directly with suppliers  Liaise with Local Authorities to obtain permissions to carry out cycle maintenance in their cemeteries. outside the boundaries of Commission sites, for Highways control and the like, including new building projects  Deal with Horticultural staff, collecting information and providing assistance for small routine maintenance or works carried out by external contractors  Represent the CWGC with local authorities when delegated by the Regional Manager  Compilation and maintenance of management information About you:  Bachelor’s in Building or Master’s degree in Architecture, Conservation Management or Construction Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience and ability to demonstrate thorough experience/background in operational planning, technical projects and architecture/engineering.  Technical knowledge and experience from the construction sector. Knowledge/ experience in conservation is an advantage.  At least five years’ work experience in team management in a works environment  Knowledge of Italian legislation around building planning permission  Knowledge of surveying best practices  Knowledge of natural stone is an asset  Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities  Good command of written and spoken English language, in addition to high level of literacy in Italian  Knowledge of Health and Safety best practices  Project Management skills and ability to accurately interpret construction drawings  IT literate with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD  Staff Management skills including reliability and confidentiality  Ability to prepare technical reports and inspection reports of structures and properties, as well as preparation of detailed specifications for small projects  Driving license Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week Monday to Friday) Salary: Salary – Circa €33.353,28 gross per annum, dependent upon skills and experience, plus a 13th and 14th monthly salary Travel: Frequent travel within Italy and ad-hoc travel within the Mediterranean Area Other Benefits: Lunch Vouchers, Supplementary Pension Fund, Supplementary Healthcare Fund How to Apply: Please visit our website www.cwgc.org/about-us/careers and select the Works Supervisor, North Italy position and see the instructions on how to apply. You will then need to click and compete the application form. Kindly send the completed application form, together with your C.V and covering letter in English to ma.careers@cwgc.org. Closing Date: 3rd July 2020.