Head of Procurement

AR Resourcing Group Ltd; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Procurement to spearhead a national procurement strategy. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire procurement process, managing senior stakeholders, and leading a dedicated team. As part of the senior leadership team, you will present key analytics and reports, ensuring alignment with business goals. This position offers a unique opportunity for a Senior Procurement Manager to elevate their career in a respected and profitable organization, driving strategic initiatives across national infrastructure projects. If you are a resilient leader with a proven track record in procurement, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strategic procurement experience in infrastructure sectors.
• Proven ability to lead and develop procurement teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end procurement process from tendering to delivery.
• Lead supply chain management and strategic procurement activities.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Relevant Degree

CIPS Certification

Job description

A Leading Infrastructure Contractor is looking for a Head of Procurement to develop and deploy a national procurement strategy that achieves business goals and objectives, you will:

• Own the “end to end” procurement process from tendering through to project delivery.
• Lead on supply chain management and strategic procurement activities.
• Lead strategic reviews and promote collaboration with key suppliers and subcontractors.
• Part of the senior leadership team, presenting reports and analytics to Directors.
• Manage senior internal stakeholders supply chain requirements.
• Champion and actively promote the use of key supplier agreements across all UK group companies.

Why Apply

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a national procurement function and further develop the department. You will be part of the senior leadership team, working for a well-respected, highly profitable leading main contractor. Great opportunity for a Senior Procurement Manager looking for progression to step up into this head of function job.

Further Details

Managing the business unit direct material and subcontract spend. Supporting operational and strategic procurement activities across national highways projects. Leading a team across project procurement and supply chain management activities. Managing director level stakeholders across the company and clients.

Candidate Requirements

Demonstrable track record of successfully delivering a regional or national procurement strategy. Minimum of 5+ years strategic procurement experience for an infrastructure contractor, across the highways, rail or utilities sectors. Ideally you will currently be working as a Head of Procurement, or an experienced Senior Procurement Manager who is looking for career progression. Must have experience of leading and developing procurement teams. Strong negotiation, supplier management and communication skills. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at director level. Highly resilient, with gravitas and strength of character to ensure strategies are successfully delivered. Demonstrable track record of achievements from previous jobs. Relevant degree or CIPS is desirable.