Head of Indirect Procurement
Ref: 618817
East Midlands, UK
£90,000
- Permanent
- Strategic Procurement Expert
- Cost Reduction Specialist
- Immediately Available
About the candidate
This accomplished Head of Indirect Procurement brings a track record of over 25 years in the procurement sector, specialised in managing indirect categories such as Facilities Management, Construction, and Retail. They excel at forming and leading high-performance teams focused on complex sourcing exercises and developing robust stakeholder relationships. Their recent responsibilities have included overseeing multi-million pound procurement budgets and heading category management teams in renowned organisations.
With a dynamic approach, they have successfully implemented crucial procurement strategies that significantly impacted cost savings, operational efficiencies, and supplier relationship management. Always on the lookout for new challenges, they are keen to leverage their extensive experience in senior procurement roles that will allow them to drive business value and transformation.
What makes them great?
- A proven track record in strategic cost management, delivering annual savings of up to £12.8 million through effective contract negotiations and process optimisation.
- Expertise in strategic transformations such as establishing a new global travel strategy, achieving a seamless blend of cost control, adherence to policy and enhancing traveller experience.
- Outstanding communicative and interpersonal skills, pivotal in developing trust and facilitating strong business relationships.
Areas of expertise
- Vast experience in handling extensive procurement categories including HR, Professional Services, IT, and Marketing, underlining a comprehensive capability to manage and transform procurement functions.
- Adept at managing multi-layered stakeholders and excelling in environments marked by ambiguity, ensuring alignment of procurement strategies with business goals.
- Strategic leader in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), enhancing operational performance and achieving cost savings through innovative procurement practices.