Head of Procurement

Michael Page; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead procurement strategies within the Food Industry in the West Kirby area. This role requires proven expertise in procurement and supply chain management, exceptional leadership skills, and the capability to develop effective supplier relationships. The position offers a competitive salary between £80,000 and £90,000, along with additional benefits such as a car allowance and private healthcare cover.

Benefits

Car allowance

Performance-based bonus

Private healthcare cover

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in procurement and supply chain management.
• Experience with sourcing raw materials, packaging, and indirects.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies and operations within the Food Industry.
• Source raw materials, packaging, technical components, and energy.
• Conduct price and contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Supply chain management

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Job description

The Head of Procurement will lead procurement strategies and operations within the Food Industry, ensuring alignment with business objectives. This role requires expertise in procurement and supply chain management to drive efficiency and value.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a large organisation within the food industry, known for its robust operational framework and commitment to excellence. The company offers a structured environment that supports professional growth and innovation in procurement practices.

Description

• Full strategic and operational responsibility for sourcing raw materials, packaging, technical components, contracted services, and energy.
• Identification, qualification, and selection of suitable suppliers domestically and internationally.
• Conducting price and contract negotiations while ensuring quality, reliability, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Establishing, maintaining, and renegotiating framework agreements, including regular cost reviews.
• Building and managing a professional supplier management system, including performance evaluation and cost analysis.
• Close collaboration with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Finance to ensure material availability and compliance with quality standards.
• Building a high-performing procurement organization with future leadership responsibility for an international team.
• Developing and implementing a group-wide procurement strategy, consolidating demand across sites, and leveraging synergies.

Profile

• Proven expertise in procurement and supply chain management.
• Experience of sourcing raw materials (ingredients), packaging and indirects would be highly beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of financial services industry standards and regulations.
• Exceptional leadership and negotiation skills.
• Experience in developing and executing procurement strategies.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Capability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical skills to assess market trends and procurement performance.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000.
• Car allowance and performance-based bonus.
• Private healthcare cover and pension scheme.
• Opportunity to lead procurement within a large organisation.
• Professional development opportunities in the financial services industry.

If you are ready to make an impact as the Head of Procurement, apply now to take the next step in your career.