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Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank consists of two entities โ the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). It is a global development cooperative owned by 189 member countries. As the largest development bank in the world, the World Bank provides loans, guarantees, risk management products, and advisory services to middle-income and creditworthy low-income countries, and coordinates responses to regional and global challenges. Visit www.worldbank.org.
Unit Overview:
The Corporate Procurement Unit is responsible for the procurement of goods, works and services (including consulting services) to support the WBGโs 130+ offices around the world. Corporate Procurement manages an annual spend around USD 2B with around 25,000 vendors. The team has staff located in Washington, DC, Chennai, India and Sofia, Bulgaria. Corporate Procurement utilizes category management to achieve better outcomes, improved quality, greater savings, efficient use of resources, a better understanding of the market, and an increased focus on collaboration and innovation.ย Corporate Procurement focuses on three key principles: Commerciality, Risk Management, and Environmental, Social, and Governance outcomes. Categories of spend include: i) Corporate Services and Real Estate; ii) Human Resources and Professional Services; and iii) Technology. To learn more about Corporate Procurement, visit: CP website.ย
Roles & Responsibilities:
The Procurement Specialist (Category Manager) position is located at the Corporate Procurement [Human Resources and Professional Services (HRPS) team in Washington, DC, or Sofia, Bulgaria. This position reports to the Senior Procurement Specialist (Head of Category), who in turn reports to the Chief of Corporate Procurement.
The position for the Procurement Specialist / Category Manager team requires in-depth knowledge of the category. The category includes, but is not limited to: consulting, staff augmentation, third party administration, financial services, insurance, market data and training.
Key accountability for this position includes:
โขLeads category management and sourcing initiatives for categories within HRPS.
โขPrepares and implements category strategy in all areas of responsibility.
โขUnderstands clientโs needs, prepares procurement plans, designs innovative solutions for complex solicitations for high value, high risk services.
โขUndertakes internal analysis for demand patterns, explores areas of synergies with other related programs, uses category knowledge to propose improvement in service delivery format, pricing format etc.
โขConducts market research for current and emerging market trends, identifies sources of supply; analyzes financial reports (cash flow statements, income statements, balance sheets) of major corporations, takes a keen interest in industry benchmarks across international markets.ย
โขPossesses expert level understanding of commerciality and can demonstrate achieving value for money through strategic planning, solicitation and negotiations.
โขPossesses good understanding of risks, analyses service risk as well as vendor risk and works with business partners to mitigate risks through sourcing and managing risk during category management.
โขMaximizes positive impact on sustainability through the sourcing process and category management.
โขPrepares and presents complex sourcing projects to WBGโs leadership for review and approval.
โขCollaborates with business partners in sustainability, legal, risk, data privacy, office of information security, etc. as projects are prepared, sourced, and managed.
โขProvides category guidance to teams located in Washington DC and offices worldwide.
โขPrepares solicitation documents, criteria for pre-qualification and evaluation, reviews technical specifications for completeness, errors, omissions, and competitive qualities.
โขConducts pre-proposal conferences, leads review of responses.
โขNegotiates contract terms and conditions and manages negotiation process for technical specification and finalizes contracts for award.
โขResolves contractual issues, supports clients in monitoring vendor performance and timely delivery and quality of services, expedites delivery as appropriate.
โขConducts debriefing for dispute and protest.
โขUndertakes contract administration to ensure compliance with WBG policy and contract terms.
โขProvides guidance and direction to project managers on contract management issues.
โขPerforms any other job-related instructions, as requested, with reasonable accommodation.
Due to the requirements of the job, this position may require frequent adjustments to the work schedule created by the time zone difference with many of the clients it supports and may also involve a limited amount of travel.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
โขWBG staff at all levels, typically Business Unit Managers, Country Directors and Managers, Chief Administrative Officers, Legal Counsels, Resource Managers, Administrative Procurement Review Committee Members, and Project Task Leaders etc.
โขSupplier representatives typically heads of companies and VPs, account managers, sales representatives, and commodity specialists, and technical representatives etc.
Selection Criteria
โขMasterโs degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Recognized professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) or courses would be highly desirable.
โขMinimum seven years of relevant experience in in category management and sourcing complex procurements.
โขKnowledge of international procurement practices and understanding of public & private sector procurement procedures and processes is desirable.
โขExcellent leadership skills coupled with strong communication and interpersonal capabilities.
โขIn-depth experience of procuring services at corporate level at an international organization/ multination company is required.
โขGeneral experience in procuring other corporate services and real estate categories would be an additional bonus and preferred.
โขProficiency in program leadership and ability to influence change by bringing industry leading practices.
โขExtensive experience in developing category strategy incorporating industry benchmark, understanding of sources of supply, market trends, pricing, etc.
โขProven excellence in negotiating skills, including negotiating complex contract terms and conditions (e.g., international regulations, technology issues, data privacy, indemnification, intellectual property, cultural issues, assignment, contract termination, etc.).
โขKnowledge of operations research and quantitative methods approaches to measure supplier capacity and systems to produce and deliver goods and services as proposed.
โขExtensive knowledge of and experience in applying public/ private sector procurement procedures and practices.
โขProven project management and dispute resolution skills.
โขDemonstrated strong interpersonal and analytical capabilities and logical problem-solving skills, and ability to structure data and assign resources effectively, monitor implementation and deliver results in line with project goals Demonstrated strong interpersonal and analytical capabilities and logical problem-solving skills, and ability to structure data and assign resources effectively, monitor implementation and deliver results in line with project goals.
โขAbility to translate theory into practical applications in the context of Bank Group work.
โขAbility to proactively manage the work program and portfolio, contribute to team responsibilities and manage client expectations.
โขProven Project Management skills with extensive experience in managing multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives.
โขAbility to deal sensitively in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
โขExperience with MS Office applications and proficiency of technology and/or systems relevant to the functional area (e.g., SAP, MS Dynamics, eSourcing tools) is desirable.
General Competencies:
โขDemonstrates in depth knowledge and understanding of procurement best practices, as they relate to the implementation of complex, multi-functional projects in varied geographical and economic conditions.
โขAbility to lead complex and strategically important negotiations.
โขSuperior communication skills in English (verbal, written, and comprehension), and ability to resolve interpersonal conflict.
โขAbility to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix management environment, as well as an individual contributor.
โขStrong client service orientation.
โขOther language skills would be an asset.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
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