Group Head of Procurement

BSI; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business standards organization in London is seeking a Group Head of Procurement to drive commercial value through procurement excellence and supplier management. This strategic role oversees a significant supplier spend and demands extensive leadership experience. Candidates must possess a proven track record in procurement strategy, negotiation, and process transformation, alongside a commitment to sustainable practices. Competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

27-days annual leave

Health insurance

Pension plan with company contribution

Flexible working

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating at a senior leadership level within a complex organization.
• Proven success in developing procurement strategies across diverse categories.
• Demonstrated ability to lead negotiations and manage high-value supplier agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a global procurement strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead category management to improve efficiency and drive innovation.
• Manage key global contracts and suppliers, partnering with business leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Financial Acumen

Process Transformation

Supplier Management

Job description

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too!

Job Title: Group Head of Procurement

Location: Covent Garden

About the role:

At BSI, we are shaping a resilient and sustainable future by setting global standards of excellence. As our Group Head of Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in driving commercial value across the business.

You’ll lead the global procurement and contract management strategy, overseeing approximately £100M in supplier spend. You will design and implement innovative, efficient, and cost-effective procurement solutions that align with BSI’s strategic objectives and long-term growth plans.

This role is both strategic and operational, focusing on building a global framework for procurement excellence. You’ll lead initiatives that enhance supplier performance, strengthen governance, and enable continuous improvement across procurement, contract, and supplier management activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a global procurement, contract, and supplier management strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead category management to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive innovation.
• Oversee supplier relationships and negotiations, ensuring strong contracts and compliance with legal requirements.
• Implement effective procurement processes and governance frameworks across the organization.
• Define KPIs and dashboards to track supplier performance and value delivery.
• Manage key global contracts and suppliers, partnering with business leaders to optimize outcomes and mitigate risk.
• Build and lead a Centre of Excellence to transform procurement and supplier management globally.
• Oversee spend analytics and reporting, identifying opportunities for savings and process improvement.
• Ensure suppliers meet corporate responsibility and compliance standards worldwide.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global procurement team that values collaboration and accountability.

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Extensive experience operating at a senior leadership level within a complex, global, matrixed organization.
• Proven success in developing and implementing procurement, contract, and supplier management strategies across diverse categories (e.g., IT, Facilities, Travel, Professional Services).
• Demonstrated ability to lead negotiations and manage large-scale, high-value supplier agreements.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, P&L management, and benefits realization.
• A track record of leading business process transformation, governance, and controls within procurement and commercial operations.
• Experience establishing and leading a Procurement Centre of Excellence or enterprise-wide demand/supply management framework.

Grow your career and expand your skills and knowledge. At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You’ll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, as well as 27-days annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

Together, we are building an organisation that is ready to meet the challenges ahead. Grow your career as you help us shape what comes next.

We exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Our 86,000 customers are based in 193 countries across the globe. Now we’re taking on society’s biggest challenges. We’re developing standards and guidelines that will help our customers get to net zero, and we’re defining the way new technologies such as AI impact all our lives.

We’re focused on our future – and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us as we take on the challenges of tomorrow. At BSI, you’ll find a workplace where everyone can flourish and thrive, where innovation is encouraged and where learning is part of your everyday. You’ll contribute to work that shapes industries and enhances lives – and you’ll take pride in what you do.

We’re looking for passionate people who want to make a difference in a purpose-led organisation. If that sounds like you, apply now. Together, we can help create a better society and a more sustainable world.

D&I Policy

The world needs fresh thinking and new perspectives to tackle its biggest challenges. It’s why, at BSI, we’re committed to creating a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute. Whatever your background, experience or outlook, here you can be your best self and do your best work.

If you have a disability or a health condition, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

About Us

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.