We're looking for a Head of Procurement & Supply Chain Strategy to lead the development and execution of a forward-thinking strategy that delivers commercial value, builds resilience, and drives efficiency across our business and the wider Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and executing a procurement strategy that optimizes our end-to-end supply chain while enhancing every stage of the customer experience.
Requirements
- FCIPS or MCIPS Level 5 or above
- Proven experience in a senior, strategic procurement function in a mid-sized or growth business
- Deep understanding of the full procurement lifecycle: sourcing, contracting, purchasing, supplier management, and risk mitigation
- Familiarity with procurement technology and reporting tools
- Ideally a strong background in FMCG or manufacturing
- Willingness and ability to travel within the UK and internationally on a regular basis
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
- Commercial thinker with a track record of instigating and driving cost reduction across purchases
- Naturally proactive and solutions-oriented; always looking for opportunities to improve
- Strong relationship builder who can influence and collaborate across all levels
- Strategic thinker with the ability to balance short-term wins with long-term goals
- Driven by results, hungry to deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies
- Responsive, able to work in a very fast paced, agile environment
- Excellent people leadership skills
- A confident, rational and practical decision maker
- Able to challenge constructively
- Flexible and adaptable with the ability to manage operational business change within a fast paced, rapidly expanding company
- Persistent and determined when it comes to securing better supplier terms and unlocking value
- Positive, can-do attitude with a passion for driving change and making an impact
- Self-motivated and organised with excellent attention to detail and can-do attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Pension scheme
- A Healthcare Cash Plan – You can claim for medical expenses, dental or optical services, as well as access to 100s of deals and discounts
- 23 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
- An extra day’s leave for your birthday
- All new starters, we'll plant a tree in your honour
- Regular team socials and events, including summer and Christmas parties
- Monthly pizza Friday
- Enjoy free fruit, snacks, hot drinks, and cold beverages
- Employee referrals bonus scheme
- Access to our Learning & Development platform, offering a wide range of online courses, certifications, and professional development tools to support your career growth and skill enhancement
- High-quality office environment
- Free onsite parking / within walking distance from the train station
