Procurement Lead 6 month FTC

Fortescue • Kidlington, OXF, GB • 5d ago

The Power of Now

Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Lead to join our C&P team on a 6 month fixed term contract.

About The Role

The Procurement Systems Lead is responsible for managing and optimising procurement technologies and systems to support efficient sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance across the business. This role ensures seamless integration of procurement processes with digital solutions, driving operational excellence and compliance in our forward thinking, fast paced environment.

What Will You Do?

Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of procurement systems.
Collaborate with IT and procurement teams to align system capabilities with business needs.
Provide technical support and training to internal users on procurement tools.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with vendors for enhancements.
Ensure procurement systems comply with regulatory and organisational policies.
Analyse procurement data to generate insights for strategic decision-making.
Manage supplier relationships related to procurement technology solutions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency.

About You

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, IT, or a related field.
Experience in procurement operations and systems management.
Strong knowledge of procurement technologies (e.g., D365, SAP, Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage stakeholder expectations.
Strong communication and training abilities.

What's In It For You?

Fortescue Zero bonus scheme
Aviva Pension
Group Life Assurance
Group Income Protection
Electric Car Scheme
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Medical Insurance
26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
Childcare Benefits
Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

Additional Information

Not near-zero

Not net-zero.

We are Fortescue Zero.

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.