Head of Sourcing and Procurement Specialist

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom HeadX Full time
About Us

HeadX is a dynamic and innovative company that specializes in building online businesses. Our founding team has over 15 years of experience in the online space, having successfully grown and consulted numerous companies to 8-figure brands. We're proud of our bootstrapped success, having achieved $1M in monthly revenue in just 6 months. Our goal is to reach $100M in the next couple of years, and we're looking for a talented individual to join our team as Head of Sourcing and Procurement.

Job Summary

The Head of Sourcing and Procurement will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management. This role requires a deep understanding of the industry, experience in managing manufacturers, freight forwarding, third-party logistics (3PL), warehousing, and last-mile delivery. The successful candidate will play a critical role in optimizing our supply chain processes, ensuring efficient and cost-effective sourcing, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Develop and implement sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
  2. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong relationships with key vendors.
  3. Lead supplier selection and qualification processes to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing.
  4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their requirements and ensure timely delivery of goods.
  5. Oversee inventory management to optimize stock levels, reduce lead times, and minimize carrying costs.
  6. Monitor market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies to identify potential opportunities or risks.
  7. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance.
  8. Implement and maintain robust systems and processes for procurement, order management, and supply chain visibility.
  9. Manage relationships with freight forwarders, 3PL providers, and warehousing partners to ensure smooth logistics operations.
Requirements
  1. Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
  2. Minimum 10 years in sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management within the supply chain industry.
  3. In-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement best practices, including supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
  4. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control standards, and international trade regulations.
  5. Experience in managing global suppliers and conducting business across different countries, especially the US, China, UK, and Canada.
  6. Proficiency in using supply chain management software and tools for inventory management, order tracking, and data analysis.
  7. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  8. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Hiring Process
  • Round (1): Review and evaluate your application.
  • Round (2): Invite and submit the practical task/assessment.
  • Round (3): HR Interview.
  • Round (4): Line Manager's Interview.


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