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Mastercard Foundation is one of the largest foundations globally, with a focus on advancing education and financial inclusion to enable young people in Africa and Indigenous youth in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. Established in 2006, the Foundation is independent of Mastercard Inc. and operates with a presence in Toronto, Kigali, Accra, Nairobi, Kampala, Lagos, Dakar, and Addis Ababa.
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Mastercard Foundation is a global non-profit organization dedicated to advancing education, financial inclusion, and youth employment, with a mission to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. Recognized for its impactful programs, the foundation partners with governments, private sector players, and educational institutions to drive large-scale social and economic transformation, particularly in Africa.
It fosters a values-driven, inclusive work culture that empowers employees with meaningful career opportunities, professional development, and flexible work arrangements. Established in 2006, the foundation has grown to become a leading force in philanthropy, leveraging innovative funding models and partnerships to implement sustainable development initiatives.
With a strong presence across Africa and Canada, its programs focus on entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and gender equality to unlock potential in marginalized communities. Guided by core values of humility, listening, respect, and co-creation, the foundation integrates corporate social responsibility into its mission by supporting impactful community projects, climate resilience, and inclusive financial systems. To learn more, visit their official website at www.mastercardfoundation.org.
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Deadline:
7 Jul 2025
Head, Procurement job at Mastercard Foundation
Mastercard Foundation
Job Description
Reporting to the Head of Shared Services, the Head of Procurement will play a pivotal role in building a robust procurement infrastructure across the Foundation. With oversight of more than $100 million in spend, this role includes sourcing strategic suppliers, creating preferred vendor frameworks, developing procurement systems, and improving organizational procurement capacity through coaching, training, and communication. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, technological fluency, and cross-cultural collaboration capabilities.
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Design and communicate a change process to establish the procurement function
Develop and implement procurement policies, strategies, and control mechanisms
Establish and manage a preferred supplier database and contract management system
Conduct market and supplier research to inform sourcing and vendor strategies
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate key contracts
Evaluate and implement technology platforms like Workday and ServiceNow
Develop training programs and communications to educate internal teams on procurement
Oversee strategic procurement and advise on tactical purchasing and contract execution
Ensure compliance with relevant tax, legal, and procurement regulations
Identify supply chain risks and mitigation strategies
Use data analytics to track procurement KPIs and support decision-making
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Education and Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Membership in a relevant professional procurement or supply chain body
Experience and Skills:
Minimum of 10 years in procurement, preferably within large-scale organizations
International procurement experience with proven negotiation and vendor management skills
Knowledge of ERP systems like Workday and tools like ServiceNow
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
Familiarity with contract lifecycle and risk management best practices
Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-cultural collaboration skills
High integrity, adaptability, and sound business acumen
