Head of Supply Chain Systems
Location: National (hybrid), with travel to London offices and project sites.
The Opportunity
As Head of Supply Chain Systems, you’ll shape the future of how Wates manages procurement data, compliance and supplier performance. You’ll lead the development of our supply chain systems strategy, integrate performance management processes across the Group, and horizon‑scan for innovations that improve productivity and unlock value. This is a national role with real impact—industrialising category management and spend aggregation across Wates Group companies.
What You’ll Do
* Set the systems strategy. Develop and deliver a roadmap for supply chain systems, monitoring market trends and incorporating innovations into our plans.
* Lead category excellence. Own the Design Consulting category, creating strategies aligned with business needs and SQDCPS measures (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Sustainability).
* Drive supplier partnerships. Negotiate framework agreements, leverage Group buying power, and embed lessons learned into standards and specifications.
* Embed performance management. Oversee supplier onboarding and desktop capability assessments, lead Causeway implementation, and maintain compliance and integrity of systems.
* Lead and empower teams. Manage the Procurement Data, Reporting and Compliance teams, develop the Supply Chain portal, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency and utility.
About You
You’re a collaborative leader who combines strategic vision with hands‑on delivery. You challenge the status‑quo constructively, win hearts and minds, and turn complex data into clear actions.
You’ll Bring
* HND/degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Construction Management (or equivalent experience) and MCIPS.
* A proven track record in procurement systems and category management.
* Experience leading complex negotiations and coaching professional teams.
* Strong analytical skills and objective, clear communication.
* A history of adopting new technologies to improve performance.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary & bonus
* Flexible working
* Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)
* Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
* Extensive corporate benefits including private medical, pension 8% employers’ contribution, health and wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays.
* Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.
* Industry‑leading family leave benefits including 26 weeks fully paid maternity and 8 weeks fully paid paternity.
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offences. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.
To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting.
Wates Group is one of the UK’s leading family‑owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment and are proud to be recognised as a Disability Confident employer.
Seniority level: Executive. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industry: Construction.
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