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The Senior Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) for Procurement will be responsible for establishing and leading the PMO to ensure the successful delivery of procurement projects and initiatives, including integrations and divestitures. This role involves strategic planning, governance, and oversight of all procurement-related projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and driving continuous improvement in procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, procurement, and leadership.

The role will lead key projects and initiatives relating to the evolving Procurement priorities, Operating Model & Strategy. This role involves overseeing all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive cross-functional teams towards successful project completion.

Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities

PMO Leadership

• Establish and lead the Procurement PMO, defining its structure, processes, and standards.

• Partner with Procurement leadership to ensure program alignment with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. Translate high-level strategy into actionable plans/projects.

• Develop and implement PMO strategies, methodologies, and best practices to ensure effective project delivery.

• Establish best-practice project management, reporting, change management, governance and communication process and toolkits for strategic initiatives across the Procurement function.

• Create a standard set of visual analytics and KPI’s that drive a common view on project/ initiative health and drive proactive decision making across different levels of leadership.

• Lead all procurement acquisition/divestiture activities and represent Procurement both internally and externally in partnership with leadership.

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define the strategic direction and priorities for procurement projects.

• Align procurement projects with organizational goals and objectives, ensuring they deliver maximum value.

Project Governance

• Develop and enforce project governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and standards.

• Monitor project performance, providing oversight and guidance to project managers and teams.

Stakeholder Management

• Engage with key stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and issues.

Resource Management

• Allocate resources effectively across projects, ensuring optimal utilization and balancing workload.

• Develop and mentor a high-performing team of project managers and support staff.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans to address potential challenges.

• Ensure proactive risk management practices are embedded in all procurement projects.

• Anticipate potential issues and develop contingency plans to address them. They also monitor risk throughout the program's lifecycle.

Process Improvement

• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement project management processes and tools.

• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Budget Management

• Develop and manage the PMO budget, ensuring financial resources are allocated appropriately.

• Monitor project expenditures and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.

Reporting, Communication & Documentation

• Prepare and present comprehensive project reports to senior leadership, highlighting key achievements, risks, and areas for improvement.

• Maintain detailed project documentation, including charters, plans, and post-project evaluations.

• Maintain open and effective communication channels with all stakeholders, including project teams, senior management, and external parties. Provide regular updates, reports, and progress reviews to ensure everyone is informed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum education of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of experience in project management, with at least three (3) years experience in a leadership role.

• Two (2) to three (3) years of multi-disciplined procurement experience is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to completion.

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana).

• Internal stakeholder management and strong virtual team participation.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions in a highly matrixed organization global setting.

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