Vice President Procurement Jobs

About GTT:

GTT provides secure global connectivity, improving network performance and agility for your people, places, applications, and clouds. We operate a global Tier 1 internet network and provide a comprehensive suite of cloud networking and managed solutions that utilize advanced software-defined networking and security technologies.

We serve thousands of businesses with a portfolio that includes SD-WAN and other WAN services, internet, security, and voice services. Our customers benefit from a customer-first service experience underpinned by our commitment to operational excellence. For more information on GTT, please visit www.gtt.net.

Role Summary:

The Vice President of Procurement is responsible for leading all non-CORE (that is excluding network services from other telecom providers) global procurement activities through GTT’s organization. These procurement activities include planning and implementing activities related to the procurement of materials, equipment, and services for internal use.

Responsible for ongoing management of procurement strategy and activity and for ensuring optimal vendor/supplier performance and price. Develop and maintain strategic vendor/supplier relationships and manage the development of contracts, contractual relationships, and contract management to deliver continuous improvement in delivery of goods and services by the supply base.

Job Scope/Supervision:

VP, Procurement will interact closely with Product Management, Engineering, Service Delivery, IT, Finance, and Supply Chain Teams. This role will lead the non-CORE procurement function which will be either a team of dedicated GTT procurement specialists or utilize an outsourced model based upon the design and recommendation of the VP of Procurement. This positions first primary responsibility will be to develop a procurement strategy that will ultimately assist with maximizing productivity and efficiency at GTT in the most cost-effective manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Will develop and recommend an optimized procurement strategy for GTT globally, focusing on the design of the procurement function and how it operates within GTT and the broader market.

· Develops, communicates, and enforces company policies and procedures for procurement.

· Negotiates major contracts involving large dollar amounts

· Monitors the cost, schedule and performance aspects of major contracts and subcontracts.

· Reviews and approves purchases up to a specified dollar amount.

· Manages the cost, schedule and performance metrics of contracts and subcontracts.

· Select, develop, and manage a team of procurement specialist to ensure efficient operation of department.

· Create and implement best practice procurement policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve business performance

· Develop and implement a vision and strategy to ensure the function is operating in line with the objectives of the business.

· Ensure that procurement strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets.

Required Experience/Qualifications:

· 10+ years of experience in leading a global procurement function in the telecom relevant industry

· Bachelor’s Degree required

· Proven contract management and vendor/supplier experience

· Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business process improvements

· Demonstrated ability to create shared vision, inspire collaboration, and drive change

· Experienced in navigating ambiguity and ability to be agile in a changing environment

· Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence where needed

· Experience in procurement at a multi-national level. Minimum Americas and Europe

Desirable Experience/Qualifications:

· Master’s Degree preferred

· Experience with Oracle procurement system preferred

Hours/Travel/Shift: This person will be required to travel internationally. The level of travel is to be determined in large part by how the procurement function is ultimately designed.

Core Competencies

· Highly Motivated and Analytical: This person will demonstrate a passion for driving cost out of the business model in complex ways to include analytics around best pricing, product substitution, and product lifecycle management.

· Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

· Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyse situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

· Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.

· Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of wholistic thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.

· Team Management: Knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams.

· Contracts Management and Administration: Knowledge of policies, standards and processes including knowledge on various procurement systems; ability to use proper processes and practices for managing and administering a variety of contractual agreements.

· Procurement Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of policies, regulations, and processes of procurement; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment, and services.

Universal Competencies

· Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of transformation initiatives to drive fundamental changes, enhance responsiveness and efficiency to core business practices. Ability to drive cultural changes from best effort to results oriented.

· Customer First (Customer Facing): Knowledge of customer interactions, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and partnership. Ability to build an environment supporting customer value creation at every level.

· Operational Excellence: Understanding the system-driven processes for consistency and scalability. Ability to re-focus processes and systems from integration activity to maximizing a positive customer impact and anticipating future trends.

EEO Statement:

GTT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GTT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GTT expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GTT’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.