Job Title: Procurement & Operations Director
Location: West Sussex | UK-based with some international travel
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | Office based
Industry: Mining, Oil&Gas and Infrastructure
I'm working exclusively to recruit a highly experienced Procurement & Operations Director for a strategic leadership role with responsibility across procurement, supply chain, commercial delivery, operations and project execution — with a focus on international markets and long-term growth.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will play a key role on the Senior Management Team, driving operational excellence and ensuring cross-functional performance across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary teams across procurement, supply chain, and project delivery
* Drive operational efficiency, profitability, and process improvement
* Manage relationships with suppliers, partners, and key clients internationally
* Oversee UK Export Finance (UKEF) / ECA applications and ensure compliance throughout
* Set and monitor KPIs, customer conversion metrics, and margin performance
* Lead on sourcing strategy, tenders, quotations, and pricing approvals
* Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless operations
* Represent the business at executive level with external stakeholders
* Support business expansion through occasional international travel
1. Who I’m Looking For:
* Proven leadership experience at Director level within procurement, operations, or supply chain
* Experience working in at least one of the following industries - Oil&Gas, Mining or Infrastructure. Exposure across all would be desirable.
* Strong commercial acumen and a strategic, growth-focused mindset
* Effective communicator and stakeholder manager
* Hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and mentor teams
* Comfortable working in a fast paced, dynamic, international environment
* Experience with UKEF or export finance processes is highly desirable
* Experience working on projects in Europe, Middle East and Africa is desirable.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior operator looking to take ownership of a complex, globally focused role within a values-led organisation. This role is a full time office based role in West Sussex so please only apply if this is commutable or if you are happy to relocate.
Interested?
Apply below or send me a direct message to share your CV confidentially to anna@holtmonjones.com