Head of Procurement

Huntress; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Brighton is seeking a Head of Procurement for a 3-month fixed-term contract. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supply contracts, and contributing to the company's ESG objectives. Ideal candidates will be experienced in procurement management, highly organized, and ready to start immediately.

Qualifications

• Experienced Procurement Manager with full lifecycle procurement experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills are essential.
• Must be confident managing a varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Implementing procurement plans and strategies.
• Managing databases for third-party supply contracts.
• Supporting initiatives to increase the business's ESG agenda.

Skills

Procurement Management

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Job description

We are recruiting for a Head of Procurement to join an established company based in central Brighton on a Fixed Term Contract for 3 Months. The hours are Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week and paying a salary between £50k-£65k Per Annum (DOE). This role offers hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Duties will include:

* Implementing procurement plans and strategies, using different procurement channels and activities
* Sourcing strategies to help improve the procurement strategy
* Keeping up to date with procurement best practice
* Managing databases for third-party supply contracts
* Supporting initiatives to increase the business's ESG agenda
* Overseeing the sourcing and contracting policies and processes when required
* Liaising with the Finance Partner and Account Managers to complete training and professional development for staff

To be successful for this position, you must be an experienced Procurement Manager who is confident managing a varied workload. You must be motivated and highly organised, with strong attention to detail and time management skills, as well as proven experience in delivering full lifecycle procurement process and using a range of sourcing processes.

As this role is an FTC, please only apply if you are available immediately or within a short notice period. Shortlisting has begun… apply now so you don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

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