Procurement Director

1 month ago

Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Insignis Talent Full time
Job Title: Head of Procurement

At Insignis Talent, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Procurement to lead our procurement function and drive commercial excellence across our business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a robust procurement strategy that aligns with our business objectives and drives value for money.
  • Lead a team of procurement professionals and provide specialist support and advice on procurement issues across the business.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor procurement policies, procedures, and guidelines that comply with relevant legislation and regulations.
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of procurement systems and technology to support procurement operations.
  • Work in partnership with cross-functional teams to deliver against operational targets and maximize best value.
  • Lead proactive analysis of designated areas of spend and establish a contracting pipeline fully aligned to the needs and priorities of operational teams.
  • Embed an inclusive and progressive approach to value for money, incorporating ESG and social value.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, including internal customers, suppliers, and other third-party organizations.

Requirements:

  • Prior experience within the housing sector is not essential, although it will suit someone with a broad background across general indirect and construction-related services.
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification in procurement, such as MCIPS, or a related field.
  • Experienced procurement leader, ideally with experience gained in driving change and improvements within a new or existing procurement team.
  • Track record acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, including advising business areas on market trends, procurement strategy options, best practice tendering, contract award, implementation, and management.
  • Establishing a business partnering approach to procurement will rely on keen project management skills to lead strategy development, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and engage operational teams in ongoing contract management.
  • Demonstrable working knowledge and application of UK public sector procurement regulations and other relevant legislation is vital to provide assurance.
  • Your skills in analytics, problem-solving, communication, and risk mitigation will help us to progressively evolve our procurement service.
  • A commitment to continuous professional development and keeping up to date with developments in procurement best practice.

This is a home-based role, with a need to attend face-to-face meetings on a monthly basis. Our operating region covers Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, and London, with our main office hubs in Andover, Devizes, Wells, Weymouth, Wareham, and Ferndown.

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