Head of Procurement

Butler Rose; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Milton Keynes is seeking a Head of Procurement to shape their procurement function. This exciting role involves driving strategy, managing supplier relationships, and leading a dynamic team. With a focus on commercial excellence and ethical procurement, you will play a significant part in the organization's success, ensuring transformation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in leading procurement functions.
• Expert knowledge in procurement processes and contract management.
• Experience in procurement transformation and digital enablement.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Procurement Strategy.
• Standardize procurement practices for efficiency.
• Manage high-value, high-risk contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement processes

Supplier governance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement systems

Job description

Head of Procurement

Milton Keynes - Hybrid working (2 office/3 home)

Are you a dynamic and commercially astute procurement leader ready to shape an organisations procurement function from the ground up? We're looking for a creative Head of Procurement to take charge of our client's procurement strategy and lead a talented team in delivering best practice and value-driven services across the organisation.

In this exciting senior leadership role, you'll be at the forefront of transforming how this organisation works with it's suppliers - building strong internal and external relationships, driving commercial excellence, and embedding transparency throughout the supply chain. This is your opportunity to influence real change, deliver lasting value, and play a key role in this organisation's success.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing Procurement Strategy to align with organisational goals
• Standardising procurement practices across the business to improve consistency and efficiency
• Driving cost savings, process improvements, and supplier innovation
• Managing high-value, high-risk contracts and strategic negotiations
• Ensuring supplier governance, performance, ESG compliance, and value delivery
• Providing procurement insights and reporting to senior leadership
• Fostering close collaboration with finance, legal, data protection, information security and operational teams
• Leading and developing a newly formed procurement team

Who are we looking for:

• A seasoned Head of Procurement or senior procurement lead with a strong track record in designing and leading procurement functions
• Expert knowledge of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier governance
• A commercially minded, results-driven approach with a focus on ethical procurement and long-term value
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills
• Experience in procurement transformation, including digital enablement and sustainability initiatives
• Capability to deliver change and design centre-led procurement strategies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation with a commitment to delivering excellence. An organisation passionate about responsible procurement, innovation, and strong supplier partnerships. In return, they offer a hugely supportive, values-led culture where your expertise will be recognised.

If you are a highly experienced Procurement Leader, looking for a new challenge, this brand new role could be just what you are looking for. For more information, please apply or contact Helen Hopley, Butler Rose (AGY) 07385 391707 / [e-mail]

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.