SeniorFull TimeEN
Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.
Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.
Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.
About Role
The Principal, Procurement – Programs and Function, is responsible for design and delivery of procurement performance frameworks that drive measurable value, improve supplier outcomes, and enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.
It is also responsible for orchestrating key procurement programs and establishing a robust procurement performance management that ensures Procurement delivers measurable strategic value to the organization.
Role Responsibilities
Procurement Performance Management
Cross-Functional Program Leadership
Value Delivery Governance
Performance Analytics and Insights
Stakeholder Alignment
Basic Skills / Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
15+ years of experience in procurement, strategy, transformation, or program management
Strong experience leading complex, cross-functional programs in global organizations
Deep understanding of procurement processes across the source-to-pay lifecycle
Expertise in program governance, performance management frameworks, and value delivery tracking
Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
Experience managing large projects and end-to-end service/operations delivery
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including developing executive-level presentations and business cases
Experience managing and influencing stakeholders across matrixed, global organizations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel)
High level of fluency in spoken and written English
Strong understanding of procurement best practices, policies, and tools
Proven ability to solve complex problems with limited oversight
Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines
Strong collaboration mindset with the ability to drive and implement change
Preferred Skills
Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Risk Management, or related fields
Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, PMP)
Experience working extensively in highly matrixed, global environments
Demonstrated high learning agility
Ability to influence senior stakeholders across and beyond own function
Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing team members
Strong motivation for continuous professional development
Job Posting End Date
2026-06-11
Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.
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