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  • Posted: Aug 18, 2017
    Deadline: Aug 30, 2017
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    The Save the Children Fund, commonly known as Save the Children, is an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief and helps support children in developing countries
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    Global Procurement Lead - International Programmes

    In this newly created role you’ll be responsible for agreeing and delivering a global category strategy that meets business needs in terms of both ‘steady state’ and ‘emergency response’, and managing supplier performance.

    In order to be successful you will bring:

    • Significant experience in hands-on category management within a global organisation/sector experience in a senior Supply Chain Management role
    • A track record of ensuring value for money in regards to 3rd party supplier spend
    • Proven experience in setting up complex commercial contracts
    • A proven ability to review procurement demands and trends, and to develop strategies to fill any gaps
    • Proven management, coaching, and capacity building skills
    • Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills
    • The ability to engage in high level discussions with the business and challenge ideas where appropriate

    On a personal level you’ll have strong interpersonal and communication skills, cultural awareness and the ability to maintain confidence.

    The role has a competitive package in the context of the sector and national terms and conditions will apply.

    The Organisation: We employ approximately 17,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 60 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and protection.

    We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise children’s rights and ensure their voices are heard.

    We are working towards 3 breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

    • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
    • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
    • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

    Method of Application

    Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

    Email your application to jfawcett.65690.999@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com with the subject "GCLK - Global Category Lead" on or before 30th August 2017 We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

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