Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and review procurement strategies and processes for a diverse and evolving fleet portfolio - including cranes, Rear-End Loaders (REL), lorries, vans, robotic cleaning systems, IoT-enabled equipment, and other next-generation environmental service technologies - alongside specialized machinery, consumables, and operational services.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard key suppliers, contractors, and technology/service providers, including emerging vendors in robotics, automation, telematics, and smart fleet/equipment solutions.
Conduct regular supplier and technology performance evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, competitive pricing, and timely delivery - including benchmarking new automation and robotics solutions against industry innovation.
Lead contract negotiations, review commercial terms, negotiate bulk pricing, and establish long-term framework agreements (including technology licensing, equipment-as-a-service, and maintenance/support contracts) to optimize spend and achieve cost-savings targets.
Track, analyze, and report purchasing metrics, inventory turnover, cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement KPIs - including ROI and performance data for new robotics/automation deployments - regularly to management.
Partner closely with Fleet, Operations, Engineering, Innovation/Technology, and Finance teams across BNF & BNL Group to align purchasing schedules with operational needs, fleet maintenance, autonomous equipment rollouts, and project timelines.
Monitor supply chain risks, oversee inventory control for spare parts, sensors, and operational materials, and establish contingency plans, including for emerging tech dependencies and lead-time-sensitive components.
Stay abreast of trends in robotics, autonomous vehicles, and smart environmental service technologies to proactively identify procurement opportunities that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
Ensure all purchasing workflows comply strictly with internal financial controls, ISO quality systems, workplace safety (WSH/bizSAFE) protocols, and local statutory regulations - including emerging standards for autonomous and robotic equipment.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3-5 years of procurement or supply chain management experience prior experience in engineering, waste management, fleet operations, or environmental services will be an advantage.
Strong negotiation, contract management, and commercial deal-structuring skills with a track record of driving measurable cost savings.
Experience working independently to manage end-to-end procurement processes, set own KPIs, establish purchasing workflows, and report metrics to management.
Technical familiarity with heavy vehicle parts, industrial equipment, gas handling components, or engineering supplies is highly desirable.
Proficient in procurement software, and advanced data reporting (e.g., MS Excel, data dashboards).