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Head of Procurement

Ref: AS4789654

Canterbury, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Team Leadership
  • Cost Reduction

About the candidate

A seasoned procurement professional with substantial experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management, our candidate has consistently excelled in delivering comprehensive procurement strategies designed to maximise efficiency and cost-effectiveness. They have demonstrated substantial success in various capacities, progressing from a Procurement Analyst to a Procurement Director, and have been instrumental in driving significant cost savings while ensuring compliance and sustainability within large-scale projects.

Their work history includes leadership roles in national infrastructure, regional utilities, and manufacturing sectors, where they have nurtured teams and developed procurement strategies that cumulatively delivered a 20% reduction in procurement costs over three years. Additionally, they are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace culture and dedicated to professional development of their team members.

What makes them great?

  • Leadership in cost-saving initiatives: Spearheaded procurement strategies that resulted in a 20% reduction in procurement costs over three years at a national infrastructure company.
  • Expert negotiation and risk management: Successfully managed procurement processes for multimillion-pound contracts, focusing on efficiency and supplier performance.
  • Metrics and analytics proficiency: Improved supplier negotiations and delivery rates by 15% through detailed data analysis and strategic operational improvements at a manufacturing firm.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic sourcing and supply management: Demonstrated ability to manage and optimise supply chains for multimillion-pound projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability.
  • Stakeholder engagement and team leadership: Effective in building and leading teams, deeply committed to mentoring and professional development within the procurement sector.
  • Cost management and savings: Proven track record of cost reduction through meticulous spend analysis and development of strategic supplier relationships.