Chief Procurement Officer

3 weeks ago

Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom EG Group Full time
Chief Procurement Officer

EG Group is seeking a seasoned Chief Procurement Officer to lead the transformation of our Procurement Function into a dynamic and innovative force that drives efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability throughout our business.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a leading procurement strategy aligned with organisational goals.
  • Monitor and manage the procurement budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities by adapting procurement strategies based on market trends.
  • Stay informed about emerging trends in sourcing and supplier landscapes, and implement innovative solutions such as automation, blockchain, and data analytics to optimize procurement processes and enhance supplier relationships.
  • Develop strategic partnerships with suppliers to encourage innovation, quality improvement, and cost reduction.
  • Promote sustainable sourcing and ethical supply chains by integrating environmental and social considerations into procurement decisions.
  • Identify and mitigate procurement risks, ensuring supply chain resilience by assessing supplier financial stability and managing geopolitical and third-party risks.
  • Lead negotiations to secure favorable contracts and oversee contract management to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements:
  • 10+ years' experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) qualification (desirable).
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field (desirable).
  • Proven track record of designing, developing, and leading a procurement function in a large organisation.
  • Ability to build a strategic 'vision' and strong influencing skills to enable organisational buy-in and implementation.
  • Ability to drive innovation and leverage technology to enhance procurement operations.
  • Experience in sustainable procurement practices and knowledge of relevant industry standards and certifications.
What We Offer:
  • Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
  • Contract and supplier relationship management skills and experience of leading complex supplier negotiations across a broad range of categories in both direct and indirect spaces.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of procurement concepts, processes, and techniques, including supply chain management, Total Cost Modelling, supplier performance metrics, risk management, and supplier relationships.
  • Proven strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
  • Company Car.
  • Private Medical Healthcare.
  • Performance-Based Bonus Scheme.
  • Employee Life Assurance.
  • EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants.
  • ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores.
  • EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers.
  • Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks, and health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre, which offers emotional and practical support, including free financial advice.
  • Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world, to support you with every step of your career at EG Group.
  • Free Secure Car Parking.
  • Prayer and Ablution Facilities.
  • Shower Facilities.
  • Sit / Stand Desk Facilities.
  • Free Eye Test.

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