National Theatre (NT) · United Kingdom
You will play a key role in developing the industry-leading commercial function that the NT needs to continue delivering great theatre into the future. You will help us to meet our ambitious savings targets, mitigate supply chain risk and embed the policies, processes and procedures that are needed to ensure the new function is successful.
About the Role
This role will be the second most senior procurement position within the organisation and offers significant opportunity to shape the future direction of the function. You will deputise for the Head of Procurement where required, representing the function at Executive level meetings and taking ownership of strategic initiatives across the wider procurement programme.
What We Are Looking For
Relevant degree-level education and/or MCIPS qualified or equivalent
Demonstrates enthusiasm for the performing arts and the role procurement can play in supporting creative excellence
Excellent stakeholder management experience. Works collaboratively with business areas, finance, legal and other related departments to find pragmatic solutions to business problems
A proven negotiator who delivers savings efficiently and balances competing objectives to achieve the best possible outcome
Outstanding organisational abilities