Manager - Procurement Operations & Advisory (WBPPS)

World Bank Group•Washington, DC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The World Bank Group (WBG) is seeking a Manager for Procurement Operations & Advisory within the Corporate Procurement department. This role is responsible for all operational and advisory functions, including the Corporate Procurement Service Desk, Order Management, Vendor Management, governance monitoring, systems support and administration, and regional procurement advisory. The position manages a global team of 35 staff located in HQ, Global Business Centers (GBC), and across seven WBG regions. The WBG Budget and Procurement (WBP) department is structured into five departments, and this role is within the WBP Corporate Procurement (WBPCP) department, which provides group-wide procurement services. The position offers an opportunity to evolve the management structure of WBPCP in line with strategic priorities and the WBP global footprint strategy. The role involves business management, talent management, and budget management responsibilities.

Requirements

Minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant field/discipline (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Law, etc.).
Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in procurement.
Strong track record of success in leading and managing complex procurement operations.
Recognized ability to get things done.
Strategic thinking and execution leadership.
Reputation and track record leading large business transformation initiatives.
Problem-solver.
Accomplishments relevant to the WBG’s strategic agenda.
Active interest in the activities of the World Bank Group, its mission, products and services.
Strong work ethics and unquestionable integrity.
Strong leadership in a multicultural environment.
Analytical abilities.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills adaptable to all audiences, including Board level.
Deep understanding of procurement principles, practices, and regulations, including international procurement standards.
Strong strategic orientation and ability to manage successfully large work programs and extensively decentralized teams.
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize complex issues with future focused systematic thinking and frame problems as actionable issues with ability to develop consensus among diverse constituents.
Proven ability to balance client concerns with wider corporate concerns.
Proven ability to interact effectively with WBG and external counterparts.
Proven change integrator with ability to effectively lead and implement complex change management initiatives.
Strong understanding of the workings of the organizational context including the matrix environment with deep functional knowledge of the challenges of resource deployment in Operations.
Demonstrated effectiveness in collaboration across the Organization including Operations and Corporate functions.
Proven ability to build common goals and solutions while managing different views.

Responsibilities

Manage the teams providing planning, budgeting, and performance reporting services.
Conduct analytical work and provide advisory services in areas of focus (e.g., operations, investments in technology).
Provide other services as needed over time.
Actively participate in the WBP Leadership Team and cross-cutting activities.
Take on leadership roles in WBP-wide activities, such as recruitment and other HR initiatives.
Provide support and advice to the Vice President and the Director of WBP, Corporate Procurement as requested.
Manage the unit staff, including recruitment, evaluation, and career development of staff.
Provide leadership and support to staff to build sustainable finance skills and capacity to effectively deliver WBP services.
Manage and oversee the engagement and evaluation of technical consultants within the WBPCP unit, as needed.
Effectively and efficiently manage the unit’s resources, ensuring its effective formulation and input into budget decisions.
Advocate and drive cost-effective delivery of business finance services, promoting transparency, simplicity, standardization, and automation.