Head of Procurement

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader to head our procurement department. The Head of Procurement will be responsible for overseeing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. You will manage a large team and drive change across the department.

Client Details

Our client is a large not for profit/ educational institute, highly reputed for its quality of education and research contributions. As one of the leading universities in England, they pride themselves on their commitment to excellence and their positive impact on students, staff, and the wider community.

Description

As the Head of Procurement, you will be leading on the strategy, and managing a large team of procurement professionals. You will be working in a large complex environment. You would have a track record of dealing with large projects to implement change.

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies.
• Managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.
• Ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
• Leading a team of procurement professionals.
• Managing risk in the supply chain.
• Overseeing procurement processes and systems.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
• Contributing to the overall strategy of the Procurement & Supply Chain department.

Profile

A successful Head of Procurement should have:

• An MCIPS level 6 or equivalent academic degree in business, economics, or a related field.
• Experience in leading a procurement department, preferably in the Public Sector, Not For Profit / Education sector.
• A proven track record of managing a large team in a complex environment. Led on transformation and change projects.
• Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of contract management.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, systems, and regulations.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team

Please only apply if you have worked within the public sector/ not for profit at a senior head of or director level. You must have worked in a complex environment and driven change. You must be able to commute to south Yorkshire twice per week on have on-site presence.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of up to c90k depending on experience
• A range of employee benefits.
• Generous holiday leave.
• An inclusive and supportive company culture.
• The unique opportunity to contribute to a leading educational institution in Sheffield.

We encourage all qualified candidates who wish to contribute to our mission and work in a dynamic and rewarding environment to apply. Interviews will take place ASAP