HEAD OF BUYING At DD, we don’t just buy dental products - we shape the product offering that drives commercial success across the UK market. As our Head of Buying, you’ll lead a talented team of Buyers to deliver procurement excellence, supplier partnerships, and category strategies that maximise value and margin. You’ll also collaborate closely with our European sister companies to leverage group-wide synergies and innovations. Your role at a glance: Lead and execute the buying strategy across all product categories to meet customer needs and market trends. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate trading agreements, and secure exclusive offers and promotions. Oversee range selection, lifecycle management, and category rationalisation to optimise the product portfolio. Drive cost savings and commercial KPIs, collaborating with Finance, Supply Chain, and European teams. Lead, coach, and develop the Buying team to achieve procurement and category targets. Champion best practices and innovative buying techniques to enhance margin and reduce waste. Why this role matters: You’ll be central to ensuring DD maintains a market-leading product range and strong supplier partnerships that support our continued growth and profitability in the UK dental sector. What you bring: Proven leadership in senior buying, procurement, or category management roles. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering procurement savings and successful promotions. Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing supplier relationships and multi-country or group procurement initiatives. Background in dental, healthcare, or medical supplies sectors preferred. Degree or professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) preferred, or equivalent experience. What We Offer: In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a brilliant range of benefits to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and long-term future: Discretionary company performance bonus ️ Comprehensive employee discount portal – savings on gym memberships, shopping, and days out Cycle2Work scheme Extra day off for your birthday 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase more Enhanced maternity, paternity, and company sick pay Eye test vouchers and dental plan Mental health support and virtual GP access Company pension scheme SmartPay interest-free loan scheme ️ Life assurance cover Apply now to lead DD’s buying function and make a direct impact on our product strategy and commercial success.