Strategic Procurement Leader
7 days ago
**Job Title:** Strategic Procurement Leader
**Location:** Highbury Recruitment
**Company Overview:** We are a leading recruitment agency specializing in procurement and supply chain roles. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional candidates to our clients.
**Job Description:**
We are seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Leader to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a procurement strategy that supports all business units and entities. This will involve managing the procurement and supply chain budget, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency in collaboration with Finance and other key stakeholders.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Develop and implement a procurement strategy that supports all business units and entities.
* Manage the procurement and supply chain budget, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency in collaboration with Finance and other key stakeholders.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement across key processes, technology, products, and services.
* Lead strategic cost optimization efforts through people, process improvements, technology, and contractual efficiencies.
* Establish robust governance and controls for all procurement activities, including both direct and indirect categories.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement and supply chain team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
* Drive transformative changes in support of strategic and operational objectives.
* Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
* Develop and instil standardized frameworks for supplier selection, contracts, and RFQs.
* Develop sourcing strategies to secure high-quality materials and services at competitive prices.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
* Promote sustainable procurement and supply chain practices in line with Policies.
**Qualifications & Experience:**
* Extensive experience in procurement and supply chain, with a proven track record in senior leadership roles.
* Expertise in procurement within construction-related industries is advantageous.
* Ability to craft a clear vision and sourcing roadmap with advanced technology integration.
* Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills, both internally and externally.
* Proven experience in leading procurement functions.
* Proficiency with sourcing tools including Spend Analytics, Contract Management, and P2P platforms. Knowledge of Procore and advantage but not essential.
* Experience working in a scale-up business environment and adept at managing ambiguity and change.
* Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management and supplier relationship management.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
**Salary:** £80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience.
**Benefits:**
Our team offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
**How to Apply:**
If you are a motivated and experienced procurement professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.
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