Head of Procurement Excellence

Protea Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead innovative strategies in the Packaging sector. This pivotal role involves managing procurement functions, ensuring compliance, and driving sustainability initiatives. You'll work in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment that values collaboration and impact. With a focus on enhancing cost efficiency and supplier innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of procurement in a fast-paced industry. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a tangible difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement at regional or global levels.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement strategies ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Lead day-to-day procurement operations and supplier management.

Skills

Procurement Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Operational Capabilities

Navigating Ambiguity

Education

Master’s Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Procurement Tools and Systems

Job description

Protea Recruitment Ltd Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Food and Drinks Manufacturing Recruitment Consultant

Job Title: Head of Procurement

Location: London (Hybrid- 3 days on-site)

Company Overview:

Join a dynamic global business known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and investment in iconic brands and infrastructure. This company values individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and a passion for delivering happiness to consumers. Here, you’ll find a purpose-led culture that embraces agility, collaboration, and accountability, offering unmatched opportunities to make a real impact.

Role Purpose:

The Head of Procurement will oversee the implementation of procurement strategies and policies, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards. This role involves steering key procurement functions, with a particular focus on driving category leadership in the Packaging sector. It contributes to the overall vision of enhanced cost efficiency, sustainability, and supplier innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy and Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies and regulatory standards.
• Stakeholder Management: Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand and meet procurement requirements, especially in project change management.
• Performance Management: Track and report on procurement performance, implementing improvements as needed.
• Risk Management: Mitigate procurement risks using supplier evaluation tools.
• Source-to-Pay (S2P) Process Leadership: Oversee all steps in the S2P process, from strategy through to execution, ensuring alignment and continuous improvement.
• Sourcing Guideline Ownership: Develop, implement, and uphold sourcing guidelines to promote transparency, fairness, and value.
• Operational Procurement: Lead the day-to-day procurement operations, including purchase orders, supplier management, contract oversight, and invoice handling.
• Productivity Governance: Set and track efficiency goals, working alongside the Global Head of Productivity to enhance operational productivity.
• Procurement Tools and Systems Management: Oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of procurement tools and systems, ensuring their effective use, data security, and regulatory compliance.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Serve as the key contact for sustainable procurement practices, providing guidance on best practices and processes.
• Transformation Leadership: Drive regional procurement transformation projects to support the business’s strategic goals.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in procurement with demonstrated success in managing categories at a regional or global level.
• Strong ability to navigate ambiguity in a complex, multicultural environment.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and leadership skills.
• Analytical and strategic thinker with hands-on operational capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Availability to work on-site 3 days a week and travel as required to suppliers and manufacturing sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in a second language.
• Prior experience in a matrix procurement environment.

This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within a supportive, fast-paced environment that fosters career growth and professional development.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Supply Chain, Management, and Purchasing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing