Risk Procurement Team Lead

• Work cross-functionally to ensure suppliers undergo a robust screening process that mitigates risks to the organisation.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and due diligence on high-risk vendors through research, data analysis, and investigation.
• Assist in drafting due diligence reports, including proposed actions to mitigate identified risks.
• Identify and flag any attempts to bypass risk management and procurement governance.
• Advise project managers and business leads on supplier screening outcomes and recommended mitigation measures.
• Conduct supplier audits and support internal procurement audits as directed by the Procurement Manager.
• Maintain and support effective risk management and compliance programs, including scorecards and monitoring tools.
• Escalate emerging or actual compliance risks to the Procurement Manager for resolution.
• Utilize evaluative judgment to assess risk and drive adherence to Arcadis third-party governance policies.

• Maintain and update vendor records in compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support accurate and timely vendor setup.
• Create and maintain documentation, workflows, and standard work instructions to support the P2P and supplier due diligence process.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable to support consistent and compliant procurement execution.
• Respond to enquiries, manage complaints professionally, and provide quality service to Arcadians.

• Lead by example by actively participating in the team's day to day operational tasks, ensuring alignment with service standards and process requirements.
• Manage the daily workload, task allocation, and performance of a procurement support team.
• Plan and define SMART goals and ensure delivery of KPIs across procurement risk and data areas.
• Support recruitment activities by participating in interviews and providing candidate feedback.
• Conduct regular check-ins and contribute to formal performance reviews (e.g., GPS development planning).
• Provide coaching and task-level support; escalate performance or conduct issues to the Procurement Manager as appropriate.
• Promote continuous learning by supporting professional development and upskilling within the team.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and inspiring team culture that values diversity and wellbeing.
• Promote and model Health, Safety, and work-life balance practices.

• Evaluate current processes and recommend improvements to drive standardisation, efficiency, and risk reduction.
• Build strong working relationships with Procurement, AP, Supplier Data, and other internal teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure consistency, share knowledge, and promote best practices.
• Support Sustainable Procurement, Direct and Indirect Procurement teams in maintaining compliance controls.
• Lead by example in conduct, professionalism, and adherence to Arcadis values

• Demonstrates capability and the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams around a common purpose.
• Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills, with ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• At least 2 years risk management, operational risk, compliance, audits and controls, and third-party management
• Proficient computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office application · Experience in ERP preferred
• Ability to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Highly motivated
• Effective time management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Procurement qualification (or equivalent by experience) highly desirable

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