Head of Procurement, Project Management Office & Governance

Itchyfeet; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Itchyfeet is seeking a Head of Procurement, PMO, and Governance to lead strategic procurement, portfolio governance, and value delivery. You will guide the executive team on commercial decisions, oversee the PMO Manager and Procurement Manager, and ensure discipline in investment choices across the group.

The role requires extensive senior experience in procurement or governance, strong financial acumen, and senior leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Significant senior experience in procurement, project governance, or related field.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including supplier negotiation and investment analysis.
• Experience in oversight of project portfolios and governance practices.
• Knowledge of supplier risk management and internal controls.
• Proven ability to advise senior leaders and produce actionable recommendations.
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and communication skills with strong judgement capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and relevant procurement or project management systems.
• Experience in telecommunications, technology, or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with governance across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an integrated procurement, project management, and governance strategy.
• Translate strategy into annual priorities and performance indicators, reviewing progress and escalating decisions.
• Advise the CFO and executive team on commercial value, portfolio priorities, and governance risks.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve outcomes, and enhance value of investments.
• Lead and develop the Procurement Manager and PMO Manager, setting objectives and collaboration.
• Oversee procurement policy, sourcing decisions, and contract management for compliance.
• Monitor supplier and procurement operations, ensuring due diligence, competition, and negotiation.
• Manage property portfolio activities and alignment with operational needs.
• Ensure oversight of the project governance framework, capital allocation, and investment prioritisation.
• Maintain risk management and compliance with governance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Communication

Judgement

Education

CIPS

APM

PRINCE2

PMP

Tools

Microsoft 365

Procurement/PM systems

Job description

Head of Procurement, Project Management Office & Governance

Our client is seeking a Head of Procurement, Project Management Office and Governance to lead their procurement, project management, and governance capabilities, ensuring sustainable commercial value, disciplined investment decisions, and effective oversight of their project portfolio. This full-time role operates on a 37.5-hour work week, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer. You will set strategic direction and standards, provide guidance to the executive team, and manage significant supplier and governance risks, whilst directly overseeing the Procurement Manager and PMO Manager in their daily functions.

Job Duties:

• Develop and implement an integrated procurement, project management, and governance strategy aligned with the business plan and Group requirements.
• Translate strategy into annual priorities and performance indicators, reviewing progress and escalating required decisions to the CFO or executive team.
• Advise the CFO and executive team on commercial value, portfolio priorities, delivery confidence, and governance risks.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve outcomes, and enhance the value of investments.
• Lead and develop the Procurement Manager and PMO Manager, setting objectives and building effective collaboration.
• Oversee procurement policy, sourcing decisions, and contract management to ensure compliance with Group requirements.
• Monitor supplier and procurement operations, ensuring due diligence, competition, and effective negotiation.
• Manage property portfolio activities, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with operational needs.
• Ensure effective oversight of the project governance framework, capital allocation, and investment prioritisation.
• Maintain a clear understanding of risk management and compliance with governance standards.

Job Requirements:

• Significant senior experience in procurement, project governance, or a related field, with a proven ability to lead teams.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including supplier negotiation and investment analysis.
• Experience in oversight of project portfolios and governance practices.
• Knowledge of supplier risk management and internal controls.
• Proven ability to advise senior leaders and produce actionable recommendations.
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and communication skills with strong judgement capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and relevant procurement or project management systems.
• Experience in telecommunications, technology, or regulated environments.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as CIPS, APM, PRINCE2, or PMP.
• Familiarity with governance across multiple jurisdictions.

What You’ll Love:

You will thrive in a collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork and customer satisfaction, equipped with a passion for technology and learning. Our client promotes community and sustainability, enhancing both professional and personal development opportunities.