We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Procurement Director to lead procurement across the UK & EMEA region. This role is responsible for delivering value, managing risk, and ensuring high-quality supply chain performance while supporting long-term business growth.
You will act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders, driving best practices in procurement and developing high-performing supplier partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead procurement strategy across business units to deliver value, quality, and risk mitigation
* Influence stakeholders on best practices and supplier strategies
* Support contract retenders, supplier deep-dives, and mobilisation of new supply chains
* Drive compliance with preferred supplier frameworks
* Analyze spend and supplier performance to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
* Source and evaluate new suppliers, including emerging sectors
* Negotiate contracts to deliver best value and service quality
* Conduct supplier audits, benchmarking, and performance reviews
* Promote innovation and continuous improvement across the supply chain
Category & Supply Chain Development
* Develop and implement category strategies across regions and sectors
* Optimise supplier base and leverage high-performing partnerships
* Collaborate with central procurement and cross-functional teams
* Champion procurement tools, systems, and best practices
Stakeholder Engagement
* Educate and influence internal stakeholders on procurement strategy
* Partner with finance, commercial, and operational teams
* Support communication and alignment of procurement initiatives
About You
* CIPS qualified (or working towards) or equivalent experience
* Proven experience in procurement within complex, multi-site organisations
* Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering savings
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
* Analytical mindset with structured decision-making approach
* Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
* Willingness to travel across the UK
Why Join?
* Strategic leadership role with regional impact
* Opportunity to shape procurement strategy in a growing sector
* Work with diverse stakeholders and complex supply chains
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