Head of Procurement

Jenkins Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is supporting an established organization in the UK for a Head of Procurement role. The successful candidate will modernize and drive the procurement strategy while managing both direct and indirect procurement activities. Key responsibilities include supplier performance management, leading a procurement team, and supporting operational initiatives. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP S4 Hana. Join this dynamic team and make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience driving efficiencies, cost improvements and strategic change.
• ERP knowledge (SAP S4 Hana preferred).

Responsibilities

• Setting and executing procurement strategy.
• Leading direct and indirect sourcing activity.
• Delivering value, resilience and supply chain optimisation.
• Managing supplier performance and contract negotiations.
• Leading and developing the procurement team.
• Supporting major operational and commercial initiatives.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Stakeholder management

Driving efficiencies

Strategic change

Tools

SAP S4 Hana

Job description

Head of Procurement

We are supporting a well‑established organisation recruiting a strategic Head of Procurement to join its leadership team. This role offers the opportunity to modernise the procurement function, build capability and shape long‑term sourcing strategy during a period of continued growth.

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will lead all direct procurement for a key business unit and manage all indirect procurement activity for the location. You will take full ownership of procurement strategy, supplier development, risk management and continuous improvement.

This role will suit someone who:

• Thrives in a complex, fast‑paced environment.
• Enjoys leading teams through change and transformation.
• Can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery.
• Builds credibility quickly with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

You will be responsible for:

• Setting and executing procurement strategy.
• Leading direct and indirect sourcing activity.
• Delivering value, resilience and supply chain optimisation.
• Managing supplier performance and contract negotiations.
• Leading and developing the procurement team.
• Supporting major operational and commercial initiatives.

You will bring:

• Strong commercial, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience driving efficiencies, cost improvements and strategic change.
• ERP knowledge (SAP S4 Hana preferred).

If you are looking for a senior role where you can lead transformation and create real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today!

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Supply Chain
• Industries: Insurance, Manufacturing and Engineering Services