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Senior Director of Procurement

London, UK

£135,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Cost Reduction Expert
  • Leadership

About the candidate

The candidate is a versatile Senior Director of Procurement with over a decade of rich experience in securing and enhancing procurement functionalities within highly competitive sectors, including hospitality and retail. Their expertise spans multiple international markets, where they have consistently driven initiatives to optimise supplier value and streamline procurement processes. Known for a highly effective, collaborative leadership style, this professional leverages a deep understanding of matrixed organisational dynamics to foster trust-based relationships and steer diverse teams towards common strategic goals.

Throughout their career, the candidate has demonstrated a remarkable ability to combine strategic sourcing with cost optimisation, thus not only ensuring significant financial improvements but also instilling a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within procurement departments.

What makes them great?

  • Significant Cost Savings: Spearheaded initiatives that led to a marked 20% reduction in operational costs within an international retail environment.
  • Improvement in Procurement Efficiency: Delivered a 15% improvement in procurement efficiency through enhanced data analysis and process optimisation at a regional food service company.
  • Revenue and Supplier Value Enhancement: Played a pivotal role in aligning procurement strategies with business needs, leading to improved financial performance across multiple markets.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Skilled in negotiating and maintaining relationships with suppliers, enhancing the strategic sourcing capabilities of organisations.
  • Cost Optimisation: Proven track record of implementing cost-saving strategies that significantly reduce expenses while maintaining supplier quality and service.
  • Leadership: Strong leadership in managing and developing procurement teams, driving them towards exceeding business objectives.