Head of Procurement

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan cherche un Head of Procurement avec une expertise dans le secteur stratégique maritime et offshore. Vous serez responsable de la transformation globale des achats, en centralisant la fonction tout en optimisant les coûts et la gestion des fournisseurs. Ce rôle est crucial pour soutenir notre croissance mondiale et sa nature hybride se situe dans la région de Londres.

Benefits

Executive package

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans la direction des achats au niveau international.
• Expérience dans des projets maritimes ou offshore (flotte, chantiers navals, etc.).
• Expérience en transformation, centralisation et amélioration des performances.

Responsibilities

• Diriger et faire évoluer une fonction d'achats mondiale performante.
• Centraliser la stratégie des contrats et de la chaîne d'approvisionnement.
• Assurer la continuité opérationnelle à travers des projets maritimes et offshore.

Skills

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Strategic sourcing

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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