Your new company

As Head of Procurement, you will lead the transformation of the procurement function. This includes embedding a new target operating model, developing a forward-looking procurement strategy, and updating policies and ways of working to ensure sustainability and social value are at the core of everything they do. It’s a rare opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact, and there couldn’t be a more exciting time to join the team.

Your new role

• Lead the implementation of a new Procurement Strategy, with a focus on embedding category management and driving value, compliance and sustainability.
• Provide strategic direction across a broad procurement portfolio, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, manage and mentor a high-performing team, building capability through training, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Oversee procurement pipelines across departments, ensuring visibility of future activity and maintaining accurate systems, records, and dashboards.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, engage suppliers through a new charter, and lead efforts to improve supplier performance and assurance.

What you'll need to succeed

• MCIPS-qualified – Level 6 (or equivalent) with a strong track record of strategic procurement leadership in complex environments.
• Experience of embedding sustainability and social value into Procurement processes
• Experienced in delivering change programmes, embedding category management, and aligning procurement to organisational objectives.
• Skilled in managing and developing high-performing teams, with a collaborative and empowering leadership style.
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and risk management, with experience in both public and private sector settings.
• Commercially minded and data-driven, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to lead high-value, high-impact procurement activity.
• A confident communicator and influencer, able to build trust and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.

What you'll get in return

• Enjoy 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days pro rata (plus bank holidays) dependent on the length of service
• Flexible and hybrid working

What you need to do now

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