* Newly Created Head of Procurement role for a Global Food Group.
* Design/ Implement a category management structure across directs and indirects
About Our Client
This opportunity is with a large organisation within the food industry, known for its robust operational framework and commitment to excellence. The company offers a structured environment that supports professional growth and innovation in procurement practices.
Job Description
The role of Head of Procurement will be responsible for:
* Full strategic and operational responsibility for sourcing raw materials, packaging, technical components, contracted services, and energy.
* Identification, qualification, and selection of suitable suppliers domestically and internationally.
* Conducting price and contract negotiations while ensuring quality, reliability, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
* Establishing, maintaining, and renegotiating framework agreements, including regular cost reviews. Building and managing a professional supplier management system, including performance evaluation and cost analysis
* Close collaboration with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Finance to ensure material availability and compliance with quality standards.
* Building a high-performing procurement organization with future leadership responsibility for an international team.
* Developing and implementing a group-wide procurement strategy, consolidating demand across sites, and leveraging synergies
The Successful Applicant
A successful Head of Procurement should have:
* Proven expertise in procurement and supply chain management.
* Experience of sourcing raw materials (ingredients), packaging and indirects would be highly beneficial
* Strong knowledge of financial services industry standards and regulations.
* Exceptional leadership and negotiation skills.
* Experience in developing and executing procurement strategies.
* Ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
* Capability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Analytical skills to assess market trends and procurement performance.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000.
* Car allowance and performance-based bonus.
* Private healthcare cover and pension scheme.
* Opportunity to lead procurement within a large organisation.
* Professional development opportunities in the financial services industry.
If you are ready to make an impact as the Head of Procurement, apply now to take the next step in your career
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