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Chief Procurement Officer

Ref: 4974541

London, UK

£140,000 | £1,000 per day

  • Permanent / Contract
  • Strategic Procurement Expert
  • Global Team Management
  • Process Optimisation Specialist

About the candidate

This candidate is a highly proficient Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) with an extensive background in procurement across industrial environments spanning high volume serial production to Engineering to Order in sectors from Automotive, Industrial Automation and Survival Equipment related to marine, aerospace, and defence. With a comprehensive understanding of strategic procurement and supply chain management, the candidate has a track record of enhancing operational efficiencies and profitability. Their most recent role involved managing a spend of 295 million GBP, overseeing global procurement operations for a company known for its survival gear, with eight main plants worldwide.

They have successfully executed a major functional turnaround that included redefining procurement processes and significantly enhancing savings and operational strategies. This role was based in London, and the candidate is currently located in Windsor, UK.

What makes them great?

  • Delivered savings from 3M GBP to 5.6M GBP in three years through effective category strategies and tailspend management, drastically reducing supplier numbers, for example from 330 to 15 in freight.
  • Supported complete industrial footprint reshaping, aiding operational shifts that included site closures and development of partnerships in Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia.
  • Introduced dual-sourcing to break supplier monopolies and foster competitive tension, significantly impacting company finances and risk mitigation.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Procurement & Category Management: Skilful in designing and implementing procurement strategies that significantly reduce costs and improve supplier performance.
  • Global Team Leadership: Adept at managing and inspiring a team of 40 members across various international locations, driving them towards achieving stringent company objectives.
  • Process Optimisation & Cost Reduction: Proven track record in optimising processes and cutting costs, enhancing overall procurement performance and team efficiency.