Procurement Center of Excellence Team Lead

2 meses atrás


Porto, Portugal Klöckner Pentaplast Tempo inteiro

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

KPBuS is the center of excellence within KP, nestled in the dynamic city of Porto, Portugal. As an integral part of the Shared Service Center, we extend our specialized services to over 50 entities spanning across Europe and North America. Fueled by an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement, our mission is to streamline and optimize financial processes, simplifying complex financial workflows to empower businesses to channel their energy towards sustainable growth. In addition to the existing services, a Procurement Center of Excellence ( PCoE ) is stablished in Porto in 2024 with the objective to strengthen kp’s Purchase-to-Pay process and to make us a stronger partner towards our suppliers.

kp is looking for a dynamic Procurement Center of Excellence (PCoE) Team Lead that supports and enhances procurement processes across the organization. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Procurement PCoE, managing a team of professionals, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive procurement excellence.

**Your responsibilities**:
Enable efficient operations and success in operational procurement processes (incl. deep knowledge about Purchase Requisition and Purchase Orders)

Manage contracts (Service Level Agreement / Operational Level Agreement)

Takes ownership of managing demand owners and performance reporting to Center of Excellence (PCoE)

Improve the quality & efficiency with a measurable effect on predefined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Lead and coach team members in Procurement back office execution, with a customer-oriented approach, developing team to efficiently handle processes in scope

Provide training & onboarding of new employees

Create evaluations and presentations for leadership

Ensure achievement of performance targets and develop & execute the PCoE procurement strategy as jointly defined with the respective stakeholders.

**Your profile**:
Strong experience in leading teams in Procurement ( >3 years) with hands-on operational procurement process knowledge

Degree in business or economics or equivalent / higher education

Professional working proficiency in English. Another European language (Portuguese, German, Italian, French, Polish, Spanish) preferred

Strategic mindset with proven, international stakeholder management expertise and good networking skills

Strong track record of leading and coaching teams

Excellent people management skills

Experienced working knowledge in SAP and/or JDE

If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.



  • Porto, Porto, Portugal Klöckner Pentaplast Tempo inteiro

    The Companykp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product...


  • Porto, Portugal KANTAR Tempo inteiro

    We’re the world’s leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. Our Functions teams are right at the centre of our business, making sure we can always get better, every day. Supporting the business with things like Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Technology, our...


  • Porto, Porto, Portugal KANTAR Tempo inteiro

    We're the world's leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere.Our Functions teams are right at the centre of our business, making sure we can always get better, every day. Supporting the business with things like Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Technology, our...


  • Porto, Portugal KANTAR Tempo inteiro

    We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. To start a career that is out of the ordinary, please apply... Job Details Kantar is the world’s leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than...


  • Porto, Portugal Grabjobs Portugal Tempo inteiro

    Procurement Excellence Specialist page is loaded Procurement Excellence Specialist Apply locations Porto, R. Dom João I time type Full time posted on Posted 27 Days Ago job requisition id R085149 We're the world's leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. Our Functions teams...


  • Porto, Portugal Kantar Group Limited Tempo inteiro

    Procurement Excellence Specialist page is loaded Procurement Excellence Specialist Apply locations Porto, R. Dom João I time type Full time posted on Posted 27 Days Ago job requisition id R085149 We're the world's leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. Our Functions teams...

  • Head of Procurement

    3 semanas atrás


    Porto, Portugal Critical Software Tempo inteiro

    At Critical Software we truly believe that our people is what makes us what we are. At the heart of everything we do are our diverse and talented individuals, pushing the boundaries of what´s possible. Working at Critical is more than just a career choice, is more than a business: we're a community with a strong sense of purpose, values, and togetherness....

  • Head of Procurement

    3 semanas atrás


    Porto, Portugal Critical Software Tempo inteiro

    At Critical Software we truly believe that our people is what makes us what we are. At the heart of everything we do are our diverse and talented individuals, pushing the boundaries of what´s possible. Working at Critical is more than just a career choice, is more than a business: we're a community with a strong sense of purpose, values, and togetherness....

  • Head Of Procurement

    2 semanas atrás


    Porto, Portugal Critical Software Tempo inteiro

    At Critical Software we truly believe that our people is what makes us what we are. At the heart of everything we do are our diverse and talented individuals, pushing the boundaries of what´s possible. Working at Critical is more than just a career choice, is more than a business: we're a community with a strong sense of purpose, values, and togetherness....

  • Head Of Procurement

    Há 6 dias


    Porto, Porto, Portugal Critical Software Tempo inteiro

    At Critical Software we truly believe that our people is what makes us what we are. At the heart of everything we do are our diverse and talented individuals, pushing the boundaries of what ́s possible.Working at Critical is more than just a career choice, is more than a business: we're a community with a strong sense of purpose, values, and togetherness....


  • Porto, Portugal Klöckner Pentaplast Tempo inteiro

    The Company kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product...


  • Porto, Portugal Infineon Technologies Tempo inteiro

    Are you passionate about making things better through innovation and are interested in Process Automation? Do you want to be part of a fast-paced and technologically driven company? Then you cannot miss this opportunity to join our Procurement Center of Excellence team in Porto - a stimulating career challenge in a vibrant multinational environment is...


  • Porto, Porto, Portugal Infineon Technologies Tempo inteiro

    Are you passionate about making things better through innovation and are interested in Process Automation? Do you want to be part of a fast-paced and technologically driven company? Then you cannot miss this opportunity to join our Procurement Center of Excellence team in Porto - a stimulating career challenge in a vibrant multinational environment is...

  • Indirect Procurement Manager

    2 semanas atrás


    Porto, Portugal RAY.BBDM Tempo inteiro

    Ray.BBDM is currently managing a search process for SBM Offshore, based in Porto, looking for an Indirect Procurement Manager. Our client is a large multinational company that operates in the energy sector and is a leader in its niche market, operating in all phases of the product's life cycle, covering the entire value chain. Reporting to the Global Office...


  • Porto, Porto, Portugal Infineon Technologies Tempo inteiro

    Are you passionate about making things better through innovation and are interested in Process Automation? Do you want to be part of a fast-paced and technologically driven company? Then you cannot miss this opportunity to join our Procurement Center of Excellence team in Porto - a stimulating career challenge in a vibrant multinational environment is...


  • Porto, Porto, Portugal Klöckner Pentaplast Tempo inteiro

    The Companykp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product...

  • It Team Lead

    Há 5 dias


    Porto, Porto, Portugal Dellent Consulting Tempo inteiro

    We are seeking a IT Team Lead to join our team in Porto (hybrid model). In this project you'll contact with the European stock market area. Despite its development center being located in Porto and all administrative support in Lisbon, you will be part of a multicultural team that is spread across several European cities.We're looking for someone...


  • Porto, Portugal Unilabs Tempo inteiro

    Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence – Ops Leadership Team Direct reports: 3 x Operational Excellence Lead Location: 1.Porto 2.Bratislava 3.Barcelona For this new role, we are looking for a tech-savvy leader who will build standard competitive engineering for our labs, contribute to the choice of strategic equipments and suppliers (e.g....


  • Porto, Portugal Humana Portugal Tempo inteiro

    Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence – Ops Leadership Team Direct reports: 3 x Operational Excellence Lead Location: Porto Bratislava Barcelona For this new role, we are looking for a tech-savvy leader who will build standard competitive engineering for our labs, contribute to the choice of strategic equipments and suppliers (e.g. imaging,...


  • Porto, Portugal Unilabs Tempo inteiro

    Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence – Ops Leadership Team Direct reports: 3 x Operational Excellence Lead Location: 1.Porto 2.Bratislava 3.Barcelona For this new role, we are looking for a tech-savvy leader who will build standard competitive engineering for our labs, contribute to the choice of strategic equipments and suppliers (e.g....