PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Procurement Manager Corporate is responsible for supporting and advancing a centralized, Group-wide procurement function across the FJ Group. The role focuses on the procurement of MEP-related materials and components and contributes to the development of standardized procurement processes, supplier partnerships, and master data practices.
The position plays a key role in shaping a lean and efficient procurement organization, enabling cost control, quality consistency, and supply reliability across all operating entities.
ROLE DIMENSION
- Team Build Responsibility: Establish and grow a centralized Corporate Procurement team of up to 10 resources
- Financial Impact: Group-wide Opex and Capex procurement support
KEY RELATIONSHIPS / INTERFACES
Internal
- Division General Managers
- Procurement Teams across operating entities
- Finance
- Operations & Projects
External
- Strategic and Operational Suppliers
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Corporate & Strategic Procurement
- Support the development and execution of a Group-level procurement strategy aligned with business objectives
- Progressively centralize sourcing of MEP components and related materials across Group entities
- Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and contract management at Group level in coordination with stakeholders
- Support the establishment and management of annual and long-term supplier agreements
2. Centralized Procurement Process & Model
- Participate in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a Group-wide procurement process
- Drive adoption of centralized procurement practices while allowing operational flexibility where required
- Support initiatives aimed at reducing decentralized and non-standard purchasing activities
- Contribute to the design of a lean procurement operating model and phased team build-up
3. Supplier Management & Cost Optimization
- Build collaborative, long-term partnerships with key suppliers
- Identify and support cost optimization and cost avoidance opportunities across the Group
- Monitor supplier performance and work jointly with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and service levels
- Support actions to reduce material returns, rejections, and supplier-related claims
4. Governance, Controls & Compliance
- Develop and roll out procurement SOPs, policies, and guidelines to ensure consistent practices across the Group
- Support approval matrices and governance frameworks in line with corporate policies
- Promote transparency, compliance, and audit readiness
5. Systems, Data & Stock Coding
- Review, clean, and standardize material, component, and stock coding across all entities
- Support standard naming conventions and reduction of duplicate items
- Contribute to improving procurement master data accuracy within Oracle Fusion ERP
6. Team Build-Out & Capability Development
- Establish and grow a centralized Corporate Procurement function
- Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations as the function scales
- Recruit, onboard, and develop procurement professionals in line with Group needs
- Foster a collaborative, performance-driven culture
KEY DELIVERABLES
- Centralized procurement process adopted across the Group
- Lean procurement organization established with up to 10 resources
- Standardized procurement workflows and governance controls
- Clean, consistent stock and material coding structure
- Improved supplier coordination, sourcing efficiency, and cost visibility
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
- Spend under management (%)
- Cost optimization and cost avoidance
- Reduction in decentralized and non-compliant procurement
- Procurement cycle time
- Supplier delivery and quality performance
- Reduction in duplicate stock codes
- Procurement master data accuracy
JOB / PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (Mandatory)
Experience
- Minimum 10 years total experience
- Strong MEP background with procurement exposure to materials and components
- Experience in centralized procurement environments and process design preferred
- Proven ability to work across multiple business units
Systems & Skills
- Knowledge of Oracle Fusion Procurement
- Strong negotiation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
Other Requirements
- Valid driving license
- Willingness to travel
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