Head of Procurement

• Responsible for all strategic & operational procurement activity within the group
• The Head of Procurement will work with other senior leaders within the organisation to deliver substantial and sustainable savings on both goods & services

Client Details

• My client are a leading public sector organisation

Description

• Managing the procurement activities and ensuring they remained aligned with business vision and values.
• Leading on the development of procurement strategy, leading negotiations with suppliers, contract and supplier management, contract development, competitive tendering, market research and bench marking
• Lead the development, compilation and implementation of procurement systems and policies to maximise value & mitigate risk
• Ensure all procurement process are compliant with all relevant legislation and policies
• Manage contracts & provide oversight and guidance to ensure delegated contracts are managed effectively
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues who undertake delegated procurement activities
• Act as professional advisor to Executive Leadership
• Develop the procurement function including identifying additional resource requirements such as additional procurement staff

Profile

• MCIPS
• Leadership experience
• Experience in delivering change
• Results driven
• Good communicator

Job Offer

• Huge growth opportunity
• Great benefits