Deputy Head of Procurement

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Requirements:

• Essential: A degree in supply chain management or full MCIPS accreditation (or equivalent experience).
• Fluent English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ideally a minimum of four years’ experience in public sector, grant-funded, or charity environments.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in guiding teams and advising on procurement practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and procurement tools.
• Desirable: Full MCIPS accreditation, MSc in Supply Chain Management.
• Foreign language skills, preferably Arabic or French.
• Experience in procurement within defence, military, or law enforcement sectors.
• Competency with MS SharePoint and MS Dynamics.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing the department's daily operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Initial point of contact for resolving operational issues and escalating when necessary.
• Provide guidance and coaching to staff, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Supervise and assist in drafting high-value procurement documents.
• Conduct pre-checks of documents to ensure quality and compliance.
• Review procurement and logistics plans, identifying challenges and solutions.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans.
• Assist in the development of training sessions and personal development plans.