The Head of Global Procurement is responsible for leading the global procurement function to ensure CRC Evan's source goods and services in the most efficient, cost-effective, quality-driven, sustainable, and risk-controlled way. This role sets global procurement strategies, builds high-performing supplier networks, negotiates optimal commercial terms, and delivers measurable value through cost savings, cash flow optimization, risk reduction, improved lead times, and enhanced supply-chain resilience to support CRC Evans’ operations worldwide.
Remit & Responsibilities
* Developing and executing the global procurement strategy aligned to company objectives for cost, quality, sustainability, and risk.
* Leading and mentoring a global procurement leadership team, including direct supervision of the EMEAA procurement team.
* Managing strategic supplier relationships and high-value contracts across multiple regions. Ensuring compliance with procurement governance, policies, and legal requirements.
* Driving digital transformation and continuous improvement across procurement processes and systems.
Major Responsibilities
* Develop and own the global procurement strategy aligned with CRC Evans’ strategic goals. 2
* Deliver measurable cost savings and total cost-of-ownership improvements through effective sourcing and supplier management.
* Establish and manage a global supplier base to support operational performance, quality, and delivery standards.
* Implement and maintain procurement governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Lead transformation projects, including system implementation (SAP/IFS) and process optimisation.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, HSE, and Supply Chain to ensure procurement fully supports project delivery and regulatory requirements.
* Integrate sustainability, ESG, and ethical sourcing practices into procurement decisions.
* Define and report procurement KPIs (cost savings, supplier performance, risk metrics) to executive leadership.
Leadership Responsibilities
* Teamwork - Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members, empowering them to take ownership, deliver results, and grow.
* Performance – Lead by monitoring team performance, facilitating development and feedback conversations, setting clear objectives, and driving improvement initiatives to achieve results. Integrity – Foster a culture of open communication and collaboration to maintain a positive work environment, while ensuring all team members complete required compliance training.
* Expertise – Drive career progression and develop future leaders, while enhancing both your own and the team’s commercial and strategic awareness.
* Evolving – Champion continuous improvement, lead change initiatives, and support the team in navigating transformation successfully
Job Specific Education Required
* Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or equivalent discipline.
* Professional qualification in Procurement (e.g. CIPS Level 6 or equivalent).
* Post-graduate qualification (e.g. MBA or master’s in supply chain management) is desirable
Work Experience Required
* Significant experience in procurement and sourcing roles within industrial, construction, energy, or infrastructure sectors.
* Proven success leading global procurement teams across direct and indirect categories.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver cost savings, supplier consolidation, and process improvements.
* Experience of managing large-scale, high-value contracts and multi-region suppliers.
* Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset.
* Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP or IFS preferred) and analytics tools.
* Experience implementing digital procurement transformation or ERP system rollouts desirable
Skills & Knowledge Required
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
* Strong analytical and data-driven approach with attention to detail.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
* Global mindset, capable of managing complexity across cultures and geographies.
* Resilient, adaptable, and able to lead change effectively.
* High integrity with commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing.
* Advanced presentation and influencing skills for senior leadership engagement is desirable
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