At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.
At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow, and lead? Join us as Head of Purchasing UK and Ireland to manage critical supplier relationships, drive high-stakes projects, and lead a team of five strategic buyers.
What You'll Do
* Lead procurement across our divisions, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals
* Oversee and optimise our spend portfolio
* Manage and develop a team of strategic buyers, fostering growth and accountability
* Directly manage key supplier relationships for critical raw materials
* Deliver complex procurement projects, including sustainability-led initiatives
* Negotiate contracts and ensure effective supplier performance management
* Work collaboratively within a matrix environment, aligning internal stakeholder priorities
* Drive procurement excellence through cross-functional collaboration
* Contribute to the global procurement strategy
* Identify and implement cost optimisation and long-term value creation opportunities
What You'll Have
* Significant procurement experience in complex, multi-site environments
* Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams
* Strong contract negotiation and supplier relationship management expertise
* Demonstrated ability in strategic sourcing and category management
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
* Experience working in a matrix structure, balancing diverse business needs
* Proficiency in procurement systems, especially Ariba and SAP, is desirable
* Strong commercial mindset with a proactive, strategic approach
* Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
* Experience in supplier risk management and performance evaluation
Why join us?
* We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
* Our culture connects & cares about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships, and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
* Our Road to Sustainability 2030 is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
* We believe that diversity of thinking helps us deliver strong and sustainable performance. We are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
* Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is based on trust, enabling you to do your best work.
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