Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC), delivering high quality services to help clients meet the growing challenges of quality, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.
As a trusted partner, Bureau Veritas offers innovative solutions that go beyond simple compliance with regulations and standards, reducing risk, improving performance and promoting sustainable development.
Bureau Veritas core values include integrity and ethics, impartial counsel and validation, customer focus and safety at work.
Bureau Veritas is recognized and accredited by major national and international organizations.Role Details
The Procurement Lead is responsible for overseeing all procurement activities by ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services to meet the
organization’s needs. This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, negotiating costs and T&C, managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with local and international procurement regulations, and leading a team of procurement professionals to achieve the company’s objectives. The incumbent performs the job within the framework of the BV Quality Assurance System, the Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy.
Scope: Indirect and direct categories
Develop and implement country-specific procurement strategies that align with the organization’s global objectives and local market conditions
Analyze procurement needs, trends, and market conditions to forecast demand and optimize decisions
Review procurement procedures to set up common rules and practices in Country, based on Area,
Region and Group. Set up appropriate policies.
Build a procurement yearly roadmap with an identified action plan
Review leasing model
Lead the implementation of Group contracts with key suppliers
Coordinate with legal team within the Area and Region Management to put contracts in place with key vendors
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors to ensure reliable supply chains and timely deliveries
Audit, evaluate and review suppliers’ costs, after-sales services and efficiency, based on scorecards prepared by category minimum on a yearly basis.
Skills And Competencies
7 years minimum of professional experience in Sourcing and Procurement with an understanding of best practices and worldclass processes
At least 5 years’ knowledge in multiprocurement categories
Excellent negotiation and communication
Skills
Strong understanding of financial measurement; ability to identify and quantify legitimate areas of business benefit (cost savings, avoidance, client satisfaction, quality improvement, etc.)
Previous global experience working within a multi-national, multi-cultural environment