Internationally successful: The Wienerberger Group Come and join us as our Head of Procurement for the UK & Ireland region. wienerberger is a leading international provider of building materials and infrastructure solutions. We improve the quality of life and shape the future of construction. About the Role Due to business growth, we are recruiting a talented Head of Procurement to drive performance improvements within the regional procurement function across the UK & Ireland. The Head of Procurement will expand, lead, shape, and develop a centralised procurement function supporting all business entities in the region. Reporting to the Director of Procurement, you will lead procurement risk management, drive cost savings, and enhance supplier relationship management. Key duties and goals include: * Embedding a continuous improvement culture * Advancing CO2 reduction goals across our supply portfolio * Expanding department scope * Conducting tenders * Identifying opportunities for supplier rationalization * Ensuring alignment with regional strategy * Acting as the key contact for major suppliers * Coordinating supplier performance reviews * Line managing regional procurement departments * Providing expert advice to regional leadership * Supporting and overseeing compliance This regional role requires regular travel across the UK & Ireland. A company car/allowance is provided. Hours of Work: 35 hours a week. Monday to Friday (9am to 5pm) About You You will be an established procurement senior leader, with strong experience in management and coaching, plus strong experience of supplier-facing procurement activity. You will be accomplished at managing change and delivering transformation activity which embed best practice. As well as having strong negotiation skills and analytical/numercay skills. You will also have * MCIPS qualification * Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience/training) * Excellent communication (both written and verbal) * Excellent knowledge of SAP/ERP * Experienced with Microsoft Office * Understanding of Health & Safety (preferably a relevant qualification such as IOSH) * Ability to communicate strategies and concepts simply and effectively * Full driving licence and flexibility for regular travel About our Benefits * Salary - competitive * Annual bonus up to 12% * Private medical cover (family) * Company car or allowance * Professional growth, training, and opportunities to hone your skills and knowledge * Ability to purchase additional holidays * Company Pension * SIP – ability to become a shareholder via our Share Scheme * Life Assurance * Flexible benefits offering (including health, wellbeing and money saving opportunities) About us With our 19,000 employees at 216 locations in 28 countries, we improve the lives of people all over the world. Our products and system solutions enable energy-efficient, healthy, climate-friendly and affordable living. So what are you waiting for? Come and join Wienerberger as our Head of Procurement and start growing your career with us today! The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised