Head of Procurement

-; Leeds; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Leeds is looking for a Head of Procurement to drive strategic procurement initiatives and optimize supplier relationships. In this role, you will lead a team to ensure seamless delivery of components for retrofit solutions. Candidates should have a strong background in procurement within engineering or manufacturing, along with leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including personal bonuses and medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Personal bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

33 days of annual leave

Defined pension contribution

Employee assistance programmes

Shopping and lifestyle discounts

Costco membership opportunity

Discounted car leasing

Long service awards

Continuous learning and development

Free onsite parking

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in procurement within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Experience in castings and raw materials procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for sourcing components.
• Lead a team of buyers to drive operational excellence.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate agreements.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Leadership skills

Commercial acumen

Education

CIPS/MCIPS qualification

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Are you ready to take the lead in procurement for a global engineering powerhouse? We’re looking for a Head of Procurement to join our Pumps Parts Retrofit (PPR) team in Leeds. In this key role, you’ll drive strategic procurement initiatives, optimise supplier relationships, and ensure seamless delivery of components critical to our world‑class retrofit solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure cost‑effective and timely sourcing of components, raw materials, and factored items.
• Lead a team of buyers, driving operational excellence and supplier performance to meet customer requirements.
• Manage key supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and implement KPIs for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including operations, quality control, commercial, and production, to align procurement with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with Sulzer’s procurement policies and industry standards, maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and sustainability.

Qualifications

• A CIPS/MCIPS qualification is preferred, but experience is more important – you must be able to demonstrate a strong background in procurement within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
• Experience in castings and raw materials procurement.
• Leadership and team management skills, with a track record of driving performance.
• Commercial acumen, problem‑solving ability, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• A competitive basic salary
• Personal bonus scheme, paid annually based on company and personal performance
• Aviva Private Medical Insurance (individual cover)
• 33 days of annual leave
• Defined pension contribution
• Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programmes
• Access to a wide range of discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle
• Opportunity to apply for a Costco membership for exclusive offers
• Discounted personal car leasing available for you, your family, and friends
• Long Service Awards to celebrate employee longevity
• Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways
• Free, secure onsite parking, including electric charging facilities
• Onsite, multi-faith prayer room
• Flexible working hours that allow you to balance your work and personal life

Our Leeds site is undergoing a major redevelopment, creating a modern, state‑of‑the‑art working environment designed to inspire collaboration and innovation.

At Sulzer Leeds, we foster a vibrant, supportive culture where your skills and commitment are truly valued. Additionally, you can enjoy perks such as a lively Sport & Social Club, 24/7 onsite gym, onsite subsidised canteen, and more.

About Sulzer PPR

At Sulzer Pumps Parts Retrofit (PPR), we specialise in engineering high‑performance retrofit solutions for a wide range of pumping systems. Our expertise allows us to upgrade, optimise, and extend the life of critical rotating equipment, helping industries improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.

Important Information

Please note: No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Contact

Do you have a question about the role? Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at [e-mail]. Our team is looking forward to hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

About us

Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world‑class manufacturing facilities and service centres across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2024, our 13'500 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.5 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com