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Head of Procurement

Barclay Meade
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

West Malling, Kent ME19 6RJ

Contract type

Full Time

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  • My client, a market leader in the procurement sector, is looking for a Head of Procurement to join their team permanently.
  • The role involves overseeing a £20M budget and leading a high-performing Corporate Procurement team.
  • Candidates should have significant experience in procurement, particularly in the public sector, with a proven leadership track record.
  • The position offers a salary of £80,000 and requires a strong commercial mindset and expertise in supplier management.
  • Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, hybrid working, and various health and wellness perks.

My client, a market leader in the procurement sector, is seeking an accomplished Head of Procurement to join their dynamic and innovative team on a permanent basis. This pivotal role oversees a substantial £20M budget, ensuring operational excellence and strategic value delivery across the organisation.

About the Role:

As the Head of Procurement, you will:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing Corporate Procurement team to achieve ambitious goals.
  • Develop and implement forward-thinking procurement strategies that drive innovation and align with organisational objectives.
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring compliance and best practices in supplier management.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support organisational growth through strategic procurement initiatives.
  • Deliver exceptional commercial results through effective leadership and a strategic approach.

About You:To excel in this role, you will need:

  • Significant experience in procurement, particularly within the public sector.
  • A proven track record of success in leadership roles within procurement.
  • A strong commercial mindset with a passion for driving innovation and delivering value.
  • Expertise in supplier management, compliance, and relationship building.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and trust.
  • A demonstrated ability to achieve outstanding commercial outcomes through effective strategy and leadership.

Benefits:Our client values their team and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  • Hybrid working for improved work-life balance.
  • An extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
  • Access to a generous discount scheme, including retail and gym memberships.
  • Life assurance coverage.
  • A health cash plan to support your well-being.
  • Engaging companywide events to foster connection and collaboration.

If you are a visionary procurement professional who thrives on innovation and leadership, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a forward-thinking organisation that values excellence and strategic impact.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.