Site Name: UK – London – New Oxford Street, UK - County Durham - Barnard Castle Posted Date: Dec 13 2024 As the Global Category Lead, Procurement – Capital Construction, you will spearhead the development, execution, and management of comprehensive, integrated category strategies for Capital Investment. In this role, you will serve as the Global Category Lead for the Project Management & Project Controls category and for the US and UK Strategic Capital Projects category. Your responsibilities will include leading procurement and contracting strategies, encompassing sourcing activities, for Engineering and Construction Services, in alignment with GSK’s capital plans for the UK and US regions. Depending on project portfolios, you may also extend support to other regions as needed. We create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme. We embrace modern work practises; our Performance with Choice programme offers a hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work. Discover more about our company wide benefits and life at GSK on our webpage Life at GSK | GSK In this role you will have the below responsibilities Global Category Lead for the Project Management and Project Controls category Accountable to define the category strategy to ensure business needs are met and deliver values to the business. Accountable to implement the strategy worldwide, to support large strategic projects, as well as site projects. Strategic Projects Procurement lead Accountable for procuring Engineering and Construction services for all strategic capital projects within the US and UK regions. Additional regions may be supported based on Capex plan requirements and business priorities. Develop and implement Project Procurement strategies in collaboration with Business teams, leveraging support from Engineering suppliers depending on the project delivery model (e.g., EPCM, EPC, Design and Build, etc.). Foster strong internal collaboration and sponsorship with stakeholders, including site and global engineering teams, to achieve GSK's Capex objectives, ensuring global deployment of strategies through effective implementation and transition plans. Lead complex negotiations for Engineering and Construction Services to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Deliver high-quality, compliant, and timely agreements that are well-specified to provide a clear return on investment for GSK. Ensure effective contract management to guarantee adherence to contractual terms and proactively anticipate deviations to implement corrective actions promptly. Oversee a robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program with key suppliers, focusing on contract performance and governance. Streamline the supplier base worldwide by prioritizing the use of preferred suppliers. Conduct external benchmarking to ensure GSK's practices and strategies are in line with current market standards. Generate significant value in terms of quality, delivery, safety, and cost, contributing to the organization’s overall goals and objectives. Recruit and oversee procurement resources to effectively support all aforementioned responsibilities. Why you? Basic Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelor’s degree/master’s degree in Procurement, Business, Finance, Engineering. Proven Procurement experience across key procurement processes (e.g. category management, market analysis, sourcing, negotiation, contract management, supplier relationship management) Experience in Capex projects and Construction is highly preferable. Ideally having a good understanding about technical categories present within all capital projects: building services and process/biotech equipment, construction, and technical contractors. Good business acumen, analytical, and financial skills. Fluent English, French is a plus Key skills: Strong category management skills Demonstrated expertise in category management. Proven ability to influence strategy Extensive experience in managing global and regional projects, with a keen understanding of diverse local needs and regulations (e.g., taxes, laws, regulations). Strong leadership and communication skills Proven ability to communicate and influence senior management, particularly at the Director to VP levels, and skilled in building and maintaining a network with key stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business needs. Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to simplify complex matters for different audiences, and proficient in using data-driven storytelling to enhance messages. Highly autonomous with a strong sense of priorities. Results-driven, value-focused, and performance-oriented. Proven strategic thinking skills Demonstrates strategic thinking, incorporating structured, creative, and conceptual approaches. Exhibits high learning agility and a continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to use experience and industry knowledge to drive change across various areas of responsibility. Solid understanding of business and financial domains to facilitate success. Great agility in navigating a constantly evolving environment Proven effectiveness in working within a matrix structure, demonstrating a high tolerance for ambiguity in a dynamic changing environment. Proficient in prioritizing multiple tasks across various projects, utilizing robust project management skills. Strong change management skills, with the ability to develop and present compelling arguments to advocate for change. Proven expertise in developing and implementing effective negotiation strategies Demonstrated ability to employ advanced negotiation strategies to secure favorable terms, mitigate risks, and achieve cost savings while maintaining strong supplier relationships. Proficient in analyzing market trends, supplier performance, and cost structures to effectively argue for optimal contract terms and price points. Skilled in resolving disputes and handling high-pressure negotiation scenarios with diplomacy and professionalism to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. 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