Associate Director, Procurement Process Owner & Transformation

About the Position

Posting Date: 29 Sept 2026

Location: London, GB

Company: EBRD

Requisition ID: 37129

Office Country: United Kingdom

Office City: London

Division: Operations & Service Management

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Contract Length: 2 years

Posting End Date: 13/10/2026

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The Associate Director, Procurement Process Owner & Transformation leads the design, governance, and continuous improvement of end-to-end procurement processes across the Bank. This role ensures that procurement processes and systems operate effectively, support business objectives, and comply with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Process Ownership & Governance

  • Own and maintain the Bank’s end-to-end procurement process framework (S2C and P2P), including process maps, operating standards, and controls.
  • Lead the transformation, design, and deployment of the new SAP S/4HANA and SAP Ariba ecosystems.
  • Ensure alignment of procurement processes with corporate policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

• Process Improvement & Transformation

  • Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise, and optimise procurement processes.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using best practices, automation, and digital procurement solutions.
  • Partner with technology teams to support system implementations, upgrades, and process redesign.

• Risk, Controls & Compliance

  • Embed appropriate risk management and control frameworks within procurement processes.
  • Ensure segregation of duties, approval workflows, and governance structures are clearly defined and consistently applied.
  • Support internal and external audits by ensuring procurement processes and documentation meet compliance requirements.

• Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with procurement leadership, finance, legal, and business stakeholders to ensure processes meet operational needs.
  • Provide guidance and training to procurement teams on process standards and governance.
  • Act as a key liaison between procurement, finance, and technology teams.

• Performance Management

  • Define and track process performance metrics (KPIs).
  • Monitor procurement process effectiveness, cycle times, and compliance levels.
  • Provide regular reporting and insights to leadership on process performance and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Education to Degree level or equivalent. A Masters or a professional qualification would be desirable combined with extensive practical experience in procurement.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Proven capability and experience in high value procurement in the following categories: Consultancy and other Professional Services, IT Services, IT Hardware & IT Software, HR Services, Facilities Management, and Event Management.
• Significant experience in STS & procurement process design, optimization & transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience with procurement systems and digital tools, particularly Ariba/SAP, including involvement in system implementation, enhancement, or optimization initiatives.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills with particular reference to internal clients and the Department’s staff.
• Problem solver with good personal and business judgment.
• Change management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent English language skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in motivating teams.
• Experience of responding effectively to the needs of multiple stakeholders using innovative approaches to coordinate potentially conflicting objectives.
• Acting with fiduciary, responsibility, and integrity.
• Clear understanding of good corporate governance and issues of segregation of duties.

We Offer

• Varied, stimulating, and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public, and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals.
• An environment that places sustainability, equality, and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

About the Company

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background, or disability.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).

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