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Head of Procurement

Ref: AS7426912

K3L 1L1

£130,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Effective Leadership
  • Compliance And Efficiency

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly experienced leadership executive in the procurement field, specialising in the public sector. With a robust educational background in business administration and procurement, they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Throughout their career, they have demonstrated a strong capability in delivering organisational objectives through strategic procurement initiatives. Operating primarily in large-scale and mid-sized public sector environments, the candidate has effectively enhanced procurement operations and compliance, driven significant cost reductions, and improved supplier relationships and service delivery.

Known for a proactive approach and a sharp analytical mind, they have a proven record of implementing and optimising procurement systems to drive efficiency and value. Their leadership is marked by a keen ability to engage stakeholders and lead dedicated teams towards achieving complex procurement goals in challenging and regulatory-intensive settings.

What makes them great?

  • Procurement Efficiency Improvement: Rolled out a new vendor management system that enhanced procurement operations by 30% at a national non-profit organisation.
  • Cost Reduction: Achieved a 20% cost reduction over two years through strategic procurement and effective contract management in a regional public sector agency.
  • Analytical Skills: Utilised spend data and market analysis to foster decision-making, maximising value and compliance in procurement processes.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Procurement Planning: Expert in crafting and executing procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and public sector regulations.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building and maintaining robust relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders to foster collaborative working environments.
  • Contract Management: Proficient in managing high-value contracts, ensuring compliance and optimisation of vendor performance.