Head of Procurement

2 months ago

Preston, United Kingdom CHEC Full time

**Job Title**: Head of Procurement

**Location**: Fulwood, Preston

**Contract Type**: Permanent, 37.5 hours a week

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of community health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Procurement to support our ambitious growth plans as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

**About the Role**

We are looking for someone to ensure that all procurement processes comply with legal and regulatory requirements, and that all purchases are made in a timely and cost-effective manner. The Head of Procurement will oversee a small team who are based in the Preston Head Office.

This is a brand new role, and we are looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment and can make an impact with our procurement strategy.

**We are looking for someone who can**:

- Develop procurement strategies and policies that align with organisational goals and objectives
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across all procurement activities, in line with objectives and KPIs
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring that all terms and conditions are favourable to the organisation
- Manage supplier relationships, including evaluating supplier performance and resolving any issues that arise to the relevant stakeholder
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including maintaining accurate records and ensuring that all procurement processes are transparent
- Monitor procurement budgets and expenditures, ensuring that all purchases are made within budget constraints. Escalate to relevant stakeholders to resolve issues
- Collaborate with other departments within the organisation to ensure that procurement activities support their needs and objectives
- Manage a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance and support as needed

**What you’ll bring to the role**:

- A track record of success in a similar role and demonstrable career progression
- Experience in a leadership role is preferred, including the ability to motivate and inspire a team, manage resources, and delegate tasks effectively
- Experience within our sector is desirable, not essential
- A solutions focussed way of working, with the ability to positively challenge our current processes and implement best practice
- The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is essential
- The ability to build strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and team members
- Strong analytical skills

**About CHEC**

Community Health and Eyecare, or CHEC as we like to be called, are a leading provider of NHS services in the UK, with an established group of hospitals and community clinics. Our vision is to provide accessible healthcare services across the UK. Our bespoke state of the art Cataract and Surgical Centres are a beacon of envy, where we are contracted to deliver cataracts, YAG laser and wAMD services across the UK, providing end-to-end care for every eye condition whilst continuing to support the NHS nationwide with our services.

**Why work for us?**
- 33 days holidays inclusive of bank holidays
- Twice yearly Buy and sell annual leave scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Company pension
- Company sick pay scheme
- Life Assurance scheme
- Bluelight Card
- 100’s of discount and cashback options
- Cycle Scheme
- Martin Dawes Reward Scheme
- Career development opportunities
- Performance review with a training and development plan
- Great team and working environment

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Preston, PR2 9WT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Head of Procurement

    2 months ago

    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom University of Central Lancashire Full time

    The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a leading modern University and one of the UK's largest with a student and staff community approaching 42,000.The UCLan core campus is based in the city of Preston and covers a significant swathe of the city (an area of approximately 15 hectares with 63 buildings) and recently benefited from a transformative...

  • Head of Procurement

    2 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom University of Central Lancashire Full time

    The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a leading modern University and one of the UK’s largest with a student and staff community approaching 42,000. The UCLan core campus is based in the city of Preston and covers a significant swathe of the city (an area of approximately 15 hectares with 63 buildings) and recently benefited from a transformative...

  • Head of Procurement

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom 1st Executive Full time

    **Role**: Head of Procurement **Location**: Preston, Lancashire, (Hybrid working) **Salary**: £85-£90,000 PA - 20% Bonus - Private Health Insurance - £7K Car allowance **Overview** Do you want to be a part of a the biggest defence project underway in the UK today, involving new levels of innovation, technology and collaboration that is also one of the...

  • Head of Procurement

    4 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom CHEC Full time

    Develop procurement strategies and policies that align with organisational goals and objectives Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across all procurement activities, in line with objectives and KPIs Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring that all terms and conditions are favourable to the organisation Manage supplier relationships,...

  • Senior Procurement Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Inventum Group (Formally Wells Tobias) Full time

    Position Overview: Our client, Inventum Group (Formally Wells Tobias), a prominent entity in the defence and security sector, is seeking a seasoned Procurement Professional with a robust background in the acquisition of IT hardware and software services.Key Responsibilities:Utilize your commercial and contractual expertise to navigate complex procurement...

  • Procurement Specialist

    2 months ago

    Preston, UK, Lancashire, United Kingdom Inventum Group Full time

    About the Company:Our client a global leader in defence and security would like to recruit Procurement Professionals who have experience in contract management and the end to end procurement cycle This is a specialist role that would potentially suit someone with experience in the delivery of material and services to support Supply Chain requirements,...

  • Head of Purchasing

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Hesketh James Recruitment Full time

    **Role: Head of Purchasing** **Location: Preston / North Manchester commutable** **Salary: Up to £75k + Car + Benefits** For this Head of Purchasing role we are looking for someone with a proven track record in building supplier relationships alongside strong negotiation skills. **The role**: - Grow and maintain relationships with current suppliers...

  • Head of Finance

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Simpson Judge Ltd Full time

    Head of Finance Location - Preston Salary - up to £54,000 DOE Simpson Judge are working with an educational institution, with offices based in Preston. The successful applicant will have proven experience of direct line management or team leadership, including coaching and development of team members. Responsibilities include: - Ensure the provision of...

  • Head of Finance

    2 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Simpson Judge Full time

    Head of Finance Location - Preston Salary - up to £54,000 DOE Simpson Judge are working with an educational institution, with offices based in Preston. The successful applicant will have proven experience of direct line management or team leadership, including coaching and development of team members. Responsibilities include: - Ensure the provision of...

  • Head of Asset Management

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Community Gateway Association Full time

    **Head of Asset Management** **Preston, Lancashire** **c£75,000- £80,000 per annum (dependent on experience)** **What will you be doing in this role?** As the Head of Asset Management, you will be responsible for the delivery of an efficient and effective repairs, maintenance and improvement service, ensuring CGAs homes are high-quality, safe,...

  • Head of Project Management

    2 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom James Fisher and Sons plc Full time

    **About the Role**: **Head of Project Management** **Full time, Permanent** **Home Based with travel** **About the role** Accountable for providing functional leadership to James Fisher Renewables. Responsible for ensuring all projects and services are delivered in compliance with the group PMO governance framework, adopting best practice. Responsible for...

  • Head of Manufacturing Engineering

    3 weeks ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time

    Head of Manufacturing Engineering based in Preston. Working for a global manufacturing company. Client Details Our client is a global manufacturing company based in Preston. Description Design, implement and embed a Manufacturing Engineering Function within a Line of Business which: enables the manufacture of new or an updated product to meet the design...

  • Head of Consortium Services

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Places for People Full time

    So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your role In your dynamic role as our Head of Consortium Services, you're entrusted with a multitude of key accountabilities and decision-making opportunities. You're entrusted with key responsibilities and decision-making power that keep things interesting. From crafting...

  • Head of Manufacturing Engineering

    1 week ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time

    Head of Manufacturing Engineering based in Preston. Working for a global manufacturing company.Client DetailsOur client is a global manufacturing company based in Preston.DescriptionDesign, implement and embed a Manufacturing Engineering Function within a Line of Business which: enables the manufacture of new or an updated product to meet the design intent,...

  • Head of Mathematics Outreach

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Lancaster University School of Mathematics Full time

    **Lancaster University School of Mathematics** **Head of Mathematics Outreach** Lancaster University School of Mathematics aims to be a centre of excellence for the teaching and learning of mathematics, and to provide opportunities for students with an interest and aptitude for mathematics, especially to those from backgrounds currently under-represented...

  • Head of Supply Chain and Procurement

    4 weeks ago

    Preston , nan,, UK, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time

    **Job Title:** Senior Supply Chain Manager (Construction)**Location:** Preston; We offer a range of hybrid and flexible workingarrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for thisparticular role.**Salary:** Up to £80,000 depending on experience**What you’ll be doing:** * Developing effective sourcing strategies, aligned with the...

  • Senior Buyer

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom BAE Systems Full time

    **Preston** **Head Office** **Procurement and supply chain** **Experienced professionals** Job title: Senior Buyer (Investment & Infrastructure) Location: Preston We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. **Salary**: Up to c£50K DOE What you’ll be...

  • Category Lead Indirects

    2 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom 1st Executive Full time

    **Role**: Category Lead Indirects **Location**: Hybrid [Preston Head Office] **Salary**: £55K [+Bonus +Share Scheme +14% Pension +25 Days Holiday] **Overview** Do you want to be a part of a major programme investing in UK wide infrastructure projects focused on increasing potential and capability that is lead by a global organisation with a huge...

  • Category Lead Capex

    3 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom 1st Executive Full time

    **Role**: Category Lead CAPEX **Location**: Hybrid [Preston Head Office] **Salary**: £65K [+Bonus +Share Scheme +14% Pension +25 Days Holiday] **Overview** Do you want to be a part of a major programme investing in UK wide infrastructure projects focused on increasing potential and capability that is lead by a global organisation with a huge opportunity...

  • Head of Temporary Staffing and Rostering Solutions

    4 months ago

    Preston, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We’d love you to join us as our Head of Temporary Staffing and ERostering. This is a role where you’ll have autonomy, stretch and variety in your job. You’ll work alongside peers in resourcing, payroll, medical staffing, and workforce information, to name a few, in the delivery of our internal and ICS wide People Strategy. You’ll be from an...