• • Develop and implement the Bank’s Supply Chain Management strategy, policies, standards, and operating model. • Lead strategic sourcing, procurement operations, supplier relationship management, contract governance, inventory control, and asset management. • Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, regulatory expectations, audit requirements, and risk management standards. • Drive cost optimisation, value for money, transparency, and total cost of ownership across major spend categories. • Oversee supplier segmentation, performance scorecards, contract lifecycle management, and third-party risk governance. • Partner with Finance, Risk, Legal, Operations, Technology, Branch Banking, and Corporate Services to align supply chain plans to business needs. • Provide governance over facilities, refurbishment, infrastructure, and other project-related procurement. • Provide oversight of physical security, asset protection and security operations across the Bank. • Establish and maintain a robust third-party risk management framework. • Build capability within the SCM team through coaching, performance management, process improvement, and automation. 

Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. • Professional certification such as CIPS, CPSM, MCIPS, or equivalent is desirable.

• Key Success Measures: • Procurement savings and cost avoidance delivered. • Compliance with procurement policy and audit requirements. • Supplier performance and contract adherence. • Reduction in procurement cycle times and operational bottlenecks. • Improved visibility and governance of third-party spend.Skills & Experience: • At least 8–10 years’ relevant experience, including leadership experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in banking or a regulated environment. • Strong knowledge of procurement governance, contract management, third party risk, financial controls, and supplier performance management.