Lead Procurement Transformation

An opportunity to join the Global Procurement Bank (GPB) as Transformation lead, managing the transformation of the existing procurement organisation to become best in class.

This role is created to enable more focus on the management of Procurement’s global transformation project portfolio across all (global & regional) procurement teams and the day-to-day operations of the function.

The successful candidate will set up a program structure to define, establish, monitor and support transformation projects in line with the evolution of Procurement. Whilst coordinating program activities across the procurement leadership community and other functional domains to ensure smooth implementation. More broadly the candidate will support the CPO in defining transformational projects and a roadmap to grow ING procurement towards a best-in-class procurement organization.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement and in delivering significant transformation programs in complex global organisations. We are looking for a team player who can drive topics independently with a bias to action; someone comfortable leading indirect teams with the required/necessary skillset dependent on the nature of the project, bringing clarity to complex topics and being quick to adapt when new information comes available. The challenge is not only building the capabilities, but also embedding the usage thereof across the global organisation.

The Team

The Global Procurement Bank within ING is headed by the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). The CPO is responsible for the procurement role and countries functionally report into the CPO.

The objective is to maximize the business benefits ING gets from its suppliers and ensure the integrity of the supply chain, while operating efficiently and with sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

• We enable our business partners to realize future changes and contribute to the strategic goals of ING:

• We understand the need of the business and help them to make better decisions on choosing the solutions that will meet their demand

• We help to choose and manage the right suppliers with the right qualification for the job

• We act in compliance with the internal & external regulators/parties

Roles and responsibilities

As a Procurement Transformation Lead you would be

• Developing the innovative strategic direction for ING Procurement in collaboration with the CPO and Heads of Procurement within the regions

• Building a program structure to manage and report on the performance of all relevant workstreams related to the Global Procurement transformation, including DORA and Landscape renewal

• Identifying operational synergies and best practices for the Procurement domain and ensuring the realisation thereof, while seeking alignment, consistency and meeting industry best practices

• Managing relationships with strategic stakeholders (Procurement Leadership Team and ING’s Senior Management), building high levels of professional credibility and mutual trust, and providing professional advice.

How to succeed

We hire smart people like you for your potential. Our biggest expectation is that you’ll stay curious. Keep learning. Take on responsibility. In return, we back you to develop into an even more awesome version of yourself.

As a Procurement Transformation Lead you have the traits and experience

• Minimum 10 years of relevant Procurement experience, with successful track record of origination, structuring and execution of large transformations in a fast-paced environment

• Track record of developing a multi-faceted organisation for procuring goods or service

• In-depth experience related to procurement transformations

• Commercial drive and high level of self-motivation, combined with a well-developed risk awareness

• As a leader you are able to motivate and coordinate multiple indirect teams and create a united vision and direction. In addition, you have a proven track record of being able to connect people, and be a role-model and foster inclusion

• Knowledge of prevailing procurement-technical and regulatory changes that are impacting the industry to bring about changes necessary to compete effectively

• Profound insights related to regulatory developments affecting the procurement landscape

• Navigate ambiguity well and is culturally adaptable and sensitive

• Strong commitment to ING’s Sustainability strategy

• Strong commitment to ING’s Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy

• Strong commitment to ING’s Orange Code values and behaviours

• High proficiency in English (verbal & written), and ability and willingness to travel are a must

Rewards and benefits

We want to make sure that it’s possible for you to strike the right balance between your career and your private life. You can find out more about our employment conditions at https://www.ing.jobs/netherlands/Why-ING/benefits.htm

The benefits of working with us at ING include:

•  A salary tailored to your qualities and experience 

• 24-27 vacation days depending on contract

• Pension scheme

• 13th month salary

• Individual Savings Contribution (BIS), 3.5% of your gross annual salary

• 8% Holiday payment

• Hybrid working to blend home working for focus and office working for collaboration and co-creation

• Personal growth and challenging work with endless possibilities

• An informal working environment with innovative colleagues

About us

With 60,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, there is no shortage of opportunities for people with initiative who want to help people take a step ahead in life and in business. Do you want to work at the cutting edge of what’s possible and at the same time ensure you work with integrity and hold the customer’s interests at heart? Do you want to be surrounded by progressive, inspiring, diverse and supportive colleagues? Then there is no better place to invest your talents than at ING. Join us. Apply today.

Questions?

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Please note, multiple interview steps involving various business stakeholders will be part of the selection process.