Head of Procurement

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solution provider is looking for a Head of Procurement in Chelmsford. This role involves leading procurement activities for RF Power, developing strategies, and managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate possesses significant leadership experience and a degree in a relevant field. Strong skills in negotiation, analytics, and project management are essential. The role also demands collaboration across departments to drive efficiency and innovation within the procurement process, along with a commitment to high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement leadership roles, ideally within manufacturing or technology sectors.
• Proven track record in direct and indirect procurement, including contract negotiation.
• Strong commercial acumen and collaborative leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead all procurement activities for RF Power and oversee all indirect procurement.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Build strong supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Skills

Procurement leadership experience

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Operations, Engineering, Business Administration or similar

Tools

SAP S4 Hana

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

Teledyne e2v is a global leader in specialised components and subsystems for innovative solutions in medical, science, aerospace, defence and industrial applications.

Our products are everywhere, hospitals, planes, ships and even outer space, but you will only see them if you know where to look.

Our products do many things including saving and protecting people’s lives by finding and treating cancer, helping map our planet and the universe and freezing the atom down to 0° Kelvin.

With a long and enviable history of technical and scientific innovation, Teledyne e2v is always working at the forefront of technology.

We have an opportunity for an inspiring Procurement leader to join the RF Power business unit at this exciting time in our journey. With a growing business in the Healthcare and Novel System markets, alongside an established product portfolio across a range of industries, we are looking for a transformational leader ready to make a real impact with their next career move.

Role

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for all direct procurement for RF Power and all indirect procurement for the Chelmsford site. This role will develop and implement procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive best practices to deliver value, efficiency, and resilience across the supply chain. The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Main Accountabilities

• Lead all procurement activities for RF Power, ensuring security of supply, cost competitiveness, and supplier performance.
• Oversee all indirect procurement for the Chelmsford site, including facilities, services, and capital expenditure.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Implement best practices in procurement and supplier management to support operational objectives.
• Analyse direct and indirect procurement spend; develop and execute sourcing and negotiation strategies to achieve savings targets.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance with a focus on total cost of ownership, quality, service, delivery, compliance, and innovation.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, systems, and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Finance to ensure integrated business planning and effective information flow.
• Provide subject matter expertise on global procurement strategies and tactics.
• Develop and manage procurement metrics and KPIs; provide timely and accurate reporting, analysis, and insights to support business decision-making.
• Lead, develop, and inspire the procurement team, fostering a culture of high performance and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
• Support and lead key procurement and supply chain infrastructure projects as required.

Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and act as a liaison between the procurement function and other business units.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Significant experience in procurement leadership roles, ideally within manufacturing or technology sectors.
• Proven track record in both direct and indirect procurement, including contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Experience in driving efficiencies, cost savings, and process improvements across procurement functions.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking abilities and experience in developing and executing procurement strategies.
• Strong commercial acumen, contract negotiation and customer focus.
• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with the ability to bring teams on a change journey.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels.
• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (Operations, Engineering, Business Administration, or similar).
• Experience with ERP systems (ideally SAP S4 Hana).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI) and ERP systems.
• Ability to work at pace under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in high mix low volume manufacturing focused on highly engineered, complex products
• Knowledge of S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) and integrated business planning processes.
• Willingness to travel as required (up to 20%).

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.