Head of Purchasing

Perfect Storm Software, LLC; Luton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company based in Luton is seeking a Head of Purchasing to join their senior leadership team. This pivotal role involves defining procurement strategy, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring robust supply chain operations. The ideal candidate has significant experience in procurement leadership and a strategic mindset. Join a collaborative environment focused on driving business success and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior procurement, supply chain, or purchasing leadership role.
• Track record of leading high-performing teams and managing change.
• Comfortable presenting at senior leadership level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a motivated Purchasing team.
• Define and execute a procurement strategy supporting growth.
• Monitor supplier performance and deliver cost savings.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Commercial acumen

Negotiation expertise

Leadership

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Luton, Bedfordshire | Permanent

Full-Time onsite role (37.5 hours, Monday to Friday)

Are you a strategic procurement leader ready to shape and drive purchasing operations in a growing, fast-paced environment?

We are seeking a Head of Purchasing to join our senior leadership team and take full ownership of procurement strategy, supplier performance, and stock availability. This is a pivotal role where youll lead a high-performing team, influence business-critical decisions, and ensure the supply chain remains robust, agile, and aligned with evolving customer needs.

What Youll Be Doing

Lead and develop a motivated and results-driven Purchasing team.

Define and execute a procurement strategy that supports company growth and operational excellence.

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships securing favourable terms and ensuring consistent, high-quality supply.

Work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Product, Finance and Warehouse teams to ensure stock planning and fulfilment is proactive and accurate.

Use ERP/MRP systems and data to improve forecasting, inventory management and cost control.

Monitor and report on supplier performance, market trends and risks, delivering cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Support and drive improvements in warehouse inbound logistics and supplier compliance processes.

Champion sustainability, quality (ISO 9001, 14001), and innovation in procurement practices.

What Youll Bring

Proven experience in a senior procurement, supply chain, or purchasing leadership role.

A strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen and negotiation expertise.

Track record of leading high-performing teams and managing change in a dynamic environment.

Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and interpreting procurement data.

Familiarity with inbound logistics processes and warehouse operations.

A collaborative approach and ability to influence stakeholders across the business.

Comfortable presenting at senior leadership level and managing procurement KPIs and reporting.

A degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related discipline (preferred).

Youll Thrive In This Role If You

Are a natural leader who brings clarity, ownership and energy to their team.

Can balance big-picture strategy with day-to-day operational oversight.

Enjoy building trusted supplier relationships and making data-driven decisions.

See challenges as opportunities for improvement and growth.

Are passionate about delivering the right products, at the right time, in the right way.

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Interested in leading a team that plays a crucial role in business success?

Apply today to shape the future of purchasing in a values-led, collaborative environment.

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