Head of Procurement

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the marine and offshore sector seeks a strategic Head of Procurement to lead global transformation efforts. This executive role will focus on centralising procurement and enhancing governance within a multi-site organisation. The ideal candidate is MCIPS qualified, with proven leadership in marine projects and the ability to drive value through effective vendor and contract management.

Benefits

Executive package with bonus and benefits

Qualifications

• Strong experience in marine or offshore projects, particularly fleet, shipyards, or subsea.
• Hands-on transformation experience with proven leadership in procurement.
• Ability to develop and execute sourcing and supply chain strategies globally.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing global procurement function.
• Centralise contracts and supply chain strategies.
• Drive transformational change while ensuring operational continuity.

Skills

International procurement leadership

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Cost optimisation

Education

MCIPS qualification

Job description

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We're Hiring: Head of Procurement | Marine & Offshore Focus

Are you a senior procurement leader with deep experience in the marine, offshore, or vessel fleet sector—from shipbuilding and design to repairs, conversions, or mobilisations?

We’re looking for a strategic Head of Procurement to lead a global transformation — centralising procurement, reclaiming contract ownership, and embedding robust governance and commercial excellence across our Group.

Location: Greater London - Hybrid (3 days on-site)

Scope: Global

Reporting to: CFO

Package: Executive package with bonus + benefits

What you’ll do:

• Lead and evolve a high-performing global procurement function
• Centralise contracts and supply chain strategy across a multi-site organisation
• Drive transformation while supporting operational continuity across marine and offshore projects
• Own strategic sourcing, global supplier management, risk mitigation, and cost optimisation

What we’re looking for:

• MCIPS qualified with strong international procurement leadership
• Proven experience in marine or offshore projects (fleet, shipyards, subsea, defence, etc.)
• Hands-on transformation experience — centralising, upskilling, and embedding performance
• Skilled in vendor management, contract negotiation, and driving value across supply chains

Be a key force behind our next phase of global growth and transformation.

Apply now or message us directly to learn more.

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