Head of Sourcing and Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago

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

We are a dynamic and innovative company that specializes in building online businesses. Our founding team has over 15 years of experience in the online space and has successfully grown and consulted numerous companies to 8-figure brands. Our current e-commerce platform has grown from $0 to $1M monthly revenue in just 6 months, and we are now expanding to the USA and planning global expansion. We are a bootstrapped company with no outside investors, and our goal is to reach $100M in revenue within a couple of years. Our team is result-oriented, open-minded, and believes in extreme ownership.

What We Offer
  • Interesting and challenging projects
  • A strong and open-minded team
  • An environment that fosters growth and evolution
  • Freedom to make decisions and learn from failures
  • A fully remote team with flexible working hours
  • A non-corporate and ever-evolving environment
  • A results-driven and solution-oriented team
Our Values
  1. Continuous Improvement - We believe in lifelong learning and implementing new ideas and strategies.
  2. Extreme Ownership - We take ownership of our decisions and actions, and we hold ourselves accountable for our results.
  3. Grit - We are resilient, perseverant, and committed to achieving our goals.
  4. Performance Driven - We focus on delivering results and making a meaningful impact.
  5. Integrity - We operate with transparency, honesty, and respect for each other.
  6. Exceptional Team - We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to achieve greatness.
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 and 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.

Job 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.
  10. Stay updated on regulatory requirements and compliance related to sourcing, procurement, and supply chain activities.
Top Skills for this Role
  • Strong sourcing and procurement expertise
  • Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
  • Knowledge of global supply chain management
  • Proficiency in inventory management and order tracking
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes and quality control standards
  • Understanding of international trade regulations
  • Ability to lead and develop teams
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability to a fast-paced environment
Job 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
  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
  6. Proficiency in using supply chain management software and tools
  7. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
  8. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
  9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  10. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
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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