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Building a World-Class Procurement Function Through Strategic Leadership Recruitment

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In the competitive investment management sector, establishing a best-in-class procurement function requires visionary leadership and the right team. This case study demonstrates how Investigo partnered closely with senior IT and executive leadership to build a procurement organisation from the ground up, delivering transformative hires that set new standards within the industry.

 

Context

The client’s Head of IT Infrastructure sought to strengthen procurement capabilities within IT and across the wider business. Initially focused on recruiting a new Head of Procurement, the project quickly expanded as the client recognised the need for a strategic Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) to elevate procurement across the entire organisation.

Investigo worked closely with the Head of IT Infrastructure and subsequently the CEO, who championed the transformation and brought in a trusted CPO to lead the charge.

 

Challenge

Key challenges included:

  • Recruiting senior procurement leaders with deep expertise in IT and investment management

  • Attracting candidates capable of building high-performing teams and setting industry-leading procurement standards

  • Delivering multiple hires across different levels from Heads of function to executive leadership

  • Preparing for an upcoming focused project to support procurement growth in the UAE

 

Solution

Investigo collaborated closely with leadership stakeholders to:

  • Identify and recruit a new Head of Procurement within IT, including key hires such as the Global Head of IT Procurement

  • Successfully place a strategic, trusted Chief Procurement Officer to lead enterprise-wide procurement transformation

  • Deliver six additional senior-level procurement hires supporting function expansion and maturity

  • Lay the groundwork for an upcoming dedicated procurement talent project focused on the UAE market

Throughout, Investigo leveraged deep sector expertise and a strong network to ensure quality, cultural fit, and long-term retention.

 

Results

The partnership delivered:

  • A newly established procurement leadership team with clear mandates and industry-best practices

  • Recruitment of a trusted Chief Procurement Officer who transformed procurement into a strategic function

  • Successful placement of multiple senior procurement professionals across various business areas