Head of Procurement

The Institute of Cancer Research; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute is seeking a Head of Procurement to enhance sustainable procurement practices. The role involves strategic management and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure compliance and value for money in procurement processes. This position offers hybrid working across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Significant category management experience in complex organizations.
• Professional procurement qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement service across the ICR.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and systems.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

MCIPS or equivalent

Tools

Data Analysis

Job description

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Key Information

Salary: £85,000 per annum

Hours per week: 35 hours per week

Location: Working across both Chelsea and Sutton sites, t his role is eligible for hybrid working.

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions, we would therefore recommend an early application.

Job Details

As Head of Procurement, you will lead the provision of sustainable, best-practice arrangements for the procurement of goods and services, and the delivery of value for money in the pursuit of the ICR’s research mission.

You will be responsible for leading the procurement service across the ICR, incorporating strategic category management, sustainable procurement practice, and operational procurement support.

You will work with senior internal and external stakeholders to ensure best value is achieved whilst complying with legislative requirements.

This will involve leading on the development and implementation of procurement policies and systems, and developing a business partnering approach to category management to embed best practice within areas of key expenditure.

Key Requirements

The successful candidate must have significant category management experience within a complex organisation with significant capital expenditure requirements. They will hold a professional procurement qualification (MCIPS or equivalent), and have excellent interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and to negotiate and influence outcomes that promote the ICR's commercial interests. They will also have strong systems and data skills, able to take an analytical, data-driven approach to driving value in the ICR's supply chain.

Department/Directorate Information

The Procurement team supports the ICR in a wide range of products and services – from specialist lab equipment to laptops, stationery, support from design agencies and travel. We help all divisions and directorates with their buying needs.

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. We welcome applications from individuals seeking a job share arrangement for this role.

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Liam Blake ( [email protected] ).

About The Institute Of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

A s a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits .

The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here .

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Research Services

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