Senior Procurement Specialist (Category Head – Corporate Services And Real Estate)

Senior Procurement Specialist (Category Head – Corporate Services and Real Estate)

Description

• Risk Management: Predict, mitigate, and manage vendor related risks to protect WBG’s interests 

• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, value creation, demand management, and process improvement.

• Lead periodic category reviews and strategic planning exercises.

• Establish clear objectives, priorities, and performance expectations for team members.

• Support staff development through coaching, training, and succession planning.

• Review and approve sourcing strategies, procurement approaches, solicitation documents, and evaluation methodologies.

• Support negotiations for major contracts and strategic supplier agreements.

• Act as a trusted advisor on procurement, sourcing, and category management matters.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to support procurement planning and execution.

• Supplier representatives typically head of companies and VPs, account managers, sales representatives, and commodity specialists, and technical representatives etc.

Selection Criteria

• Proven experience in category management in Corporate and Real Estate sourcing. The category includes but is not limited to Facilities management, Real estate services, Construction and fit-out works, Travel and Events – corporate travel, hotel services, event management, conference support. Security Services, and other corporate services – mailroom, printing, records management, office supplies, furniture, security services, vehicles and logistics, etc.

• Proven ability to build effective relationships with senior business leaders and stakeholders in the organization acting as a trusted advisor on sourcing and commercial matters. Strong interpersonal and analytical capabilities and logical problem-solving skills, to resolve conflicts and influence decisions without direct authority. 

• Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. 

• Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix management environment, as well as an individual contributor.

• Embracement of various digital tools and advocate for the use of emerging technologies in work program delivery.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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