Job Description
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:
1. Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary teams across procurement, supply chain, and project delivery
2. Drive operational efficiency, profitability, and process improvement
3. Manage relationships with suppliers, partners, and key clients internationally
4. Oversee UK Export Finance (UKEF) / ECA applications and ensure compliance throughout
5. Set and monitor KPIs, customer conversion metrics, and margin performance
6. Lead on sourcing strategy, tenders, quotations, and pri...