5-7 years of program management experience, preferably in procurement or supply chain
Deep understanding of procurement and supply chain across multiple sectors
Exceptional consulting and relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
Demonstrated success in team leadership and development
Excellent communication skills with a focus on negotiation and influencing
Track record of enhancing business culture and team engagement
Responsibilities
Manage complex programs that significantly impact business performance and are visible to C-suite executives
Lead and develop a team of specialists to achieve client satisfaction and team engagement
Drive growth initiatives for both existing and new clients
Serve as a senior leader, supporting internal initiatives and mentoring team members
Enhance Proxima's brand through personal and company marketing efforts
Benefits
Competitive salary and market-leading benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Support for personal learning and development courses
Focus on corporate social responsibility and employee wellbeing
Collaborative and inclusive company culture
Full Job Description
Key responsibilities
End-to-end management of complex programs that are C-Suite visible due to their direct impact on business performance
Leadership and development of a team of specialists to ensure successful delivery of outcomes, client satisfaction, learning and team engagement
Contribution to our growth path through driving and / or supporting growth initiatives both in your client and in new client pursuits
Act as a senior leader in Proxima, supporting key internal initiatives, challenging the business to evolve and improve whilst acting as a coach and mentor to our team
Enhancing Proxima's brand and reputation in the marketplace through personal and Proxima marketing initiatives
Your experience and attributes
Demonstrable experience of managing teams, working hand in hand with clients / stakeholders on programs with senior level visibility
A deep understanding of procurement and or supply chain, ideally across sectors and categories, which you can articulate well
Exceptional consulting skills and the ability to build trusted relationships quickly with your stakeholders and their senior management
Strong intellectual capability and flexibility, coupled with excellent critical thinking skills and a natural curiosity
An ability to absorb complex information and turn it into insight, producing impactful recommendations
Proven ability to build rapport and connect with people internally and externally
A track record of positively contributing towards business culture and an ability to motivate and develop the teams around you
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with strong oral and written communication skills, attention to detail and a demand for quality at all times
Demonstrable ability to tell engaging stories verbally and through high-quality PowerPoint and Word, supported by impactful and insightful analytical skills
