Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £120,000 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes car allowance, a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
What you’ll do on a typical day:
Leadership & Strategy: Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and CI whilst supporting the VP in executing procurement strategy, and driving efficiency and contribution improvements
* Technology & Process Optimisation: Implement procurement tools (including spend analytics), optimise P2P processes, and introduce category-specific solutions to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency
* Governance & Compliance: Strengthen procurement governance through standardised processes, contract management systems, and alignment with internal policies and external regulations
* Performance & ESG Integration: Develop reporting frameworks and KPIs to track procurement performance, while embedding sustainability, ethical sourcing, and ESG principles into operations
* Collaboration & Innovation: Provide leadership on key projects, identifying risks and opportunities. Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, IT, Legal, Operations) for seamless execution, foster and drive innovation and capability-building initiatives
What you need to succeed at GXO:
Procurement & Financial Expertise: Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), contract lifecycle management, financial governance, and compliance, ensuring cost control and transparency. Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or Finance/Accounting such as CIMA or ACCA required
* Strategic Leadership & Influence: Proven ability to lead teams through change, manage stakeholders effectively, and align cross-functional objectives with long-term procurement strategies
* Analytical & Technology-Driven Mindset: Skilled in financial modelling, spend analytics, performance reporting, and implementing procurement technology roadmaps, including P2P optimisation
* ESG Integration & Sustainability Focus: Strong understanding of ESG principles and their application in procurement processes, supplier engagement, and reporting
* Personal Attributes: Highly adaptable, resilient, and results-driven, with exceptional communication, integrity, and a genuine passion for sustainability and team development