Head Of Procurement Lisboa Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal Job Description:About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Procurement to lead our team and play a key role in sourcing and managing strategic service providers. You will be responsible for the entire procurement lifecycle for services, from identifying needs and developing specifications to negotiating contracts, managing suppliers, and ensuring service delivery meets organizational goals. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering effective, quality solutions.What you'll do:Develop and implement sourcing strategies for complex and critical services, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk management practices.Conduct market research, identify qualified service providers, and manage the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.Contract negotiations to secure the best possible terms and conditions, prioritizing value, quality, and risk mitigation.Lead a small team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Analyze existing processes, market trends, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.Manage supplier relationships throughout the contract lifecycle, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to agreements.Define performance metrics (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs), monitor, identify, and address any issues promptly.Select and implement the best tools to improve organization and processes.Analyze procurement data, identify saving opportunities, and recommend process improvements.Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in service procurement, particularly in the field of studio recording.Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.5+ years of experience in service procurement, with a proven track record of success in complex contract negotiations.Strong understanding of procurement best practices, contract law, and risk management principles.Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.Proven experience managing a team.Proficient in MS Office Suite, Jira, and Salesforce or equivalent.Experience with data analysis and reporting tools preferred.Experience with Procurement Software.Knowledge of specific industry standards and regulations relevant to Artificial Intelligence (a plus).Experience in studio recording and/or audio engineering (a plus).Knowledge about the area of AI, particularly Speech and Studio work (a plus).Benefits:You spend a lot of your time at work, so it should be challenging, fun, and interesting. At Defined.ai it will be all of those things and more. Here's what we offer:Flexible working schedule and hybrid model.Excellent career development opportunities in a high growth company.Culture of feedback and continuous improvement.An international and diverse team.Continuous training opportunities.We love to have fun together.
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