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We are looking for an experienced Head of Sourcing, who is an incremental part of the Procurement Leadership Team. You will lead sourcing and procurement initiatives across the Corporate Services & Outsourcing spend categories and manage stakeholders within Bolt Verticals and functions
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<title>About us</title>
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With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.
We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.
Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!
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<title>About the role</title>
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As the Head of Sourcing, you will actively contribute to the long-term planning, strategy, and success of Bolt's Procurement function.
The Head of Sourcing oversees and delivers strategic procurement activities, including developing long-term overarching category strategies for the Corporate Services & Outsourcing Category, delivery of category KPIs including savings and payment term improvements, senior stakeholder management within verticals, leading high-value strategic sourcing initiatives, and leading and developing direct reports.
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- <point>Developing and executing category strategies and leading significant transformation programs, driving business engagement, program change, and business compliance.</point>
- <point>Leading development and enhancement of industry best practices across assigned categories, including improvement of processes, systems, tools, specifications, and forecasts.</point>
- <point>Leading and executing the high value/complexity sourcing initiatives within the designated business units and Corporate Services & Outsourcing spend category.</point>
- <point>Developing knowledge management, insights, and analytics: understanding of industry trends, total value chain, cost/price drivers, suppliers, and competitors to ensure generation of TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) and Value advantages to Bolt</point>
- <point>Building commercial ownership for relationship development with strategic suppliers within the Corporate Services & Outsourcing category: keeping an optimum number of suppliers, negotiating competitive terms and contracts, securing competitive advantage, and enabling access to innovative and value-creation solutions from suppliers' capabilities ahead of competitors.</point>
- <point>Championing, supporting, and growing a talented team, advocating where necessary and providing guidance to enabling them to achieve their best. Demonstrating visible and inspiring leadership, creating a sense of motivation, belonging, and engagement for team members, and creating a results-oriented, high-performing, and energizing culture. Attracting, retaining, and developing the team and deliver succession plans that enable the delivery of procurement and organization agenda.</point>
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- <point>You have extensive experience (10 years+) in procurement at a global level, with at least 5 years in leadership sourcing or category management roles. You have proven experience managing complex procurement categories, preferably within outsourcing and corporate services (Contact Centres, BPO, ITO, and workplace).</point>
- <point>You have successfully developed and implemented category strategies at a global level that deliver tangible value to the organization.</point>
- <point>You possess extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.</point>
- <point>You bring knowledge of industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in corporate services and outsourcing procurement.</point>
- <point>You are a strong leader with a proven ability to communicate effectively with senior management, suppliers, and other stakeholders.</point>
- <point>You have experience in leading cross-functional teams and working collaboratively with various stakeholders.</point>
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Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying!
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<title>Why you’ll love it here:</title>
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- <point>Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.</point>
- <point>Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.</point>
- <point>Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.</point>
- <point>Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.</point>
- <point>Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.</point>
- <point>Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 2 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.</point>
- <point>Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.</point>
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<text>*Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.</text>
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Last updated on Aug 20, 2024