Interim Head of Purchasing – Supply Chain Transformation

Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing; Worcester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, +

Birthday day off

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Growth By Sharing quarterly bonus

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice

Eye Care Voucher Scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Interim Head of Purchasing – Supply Chain Transformation in Worcester is sought to lead a strategic procurement transformation within a growing manufacturing and distribution business. You will assess the function, set out a clear strategy, and drive implementation to strengthen capability and commercial performance.

The role requires delivering measurable savings, improved terms and reduced supplier risk, while establishing a sustainable operating model to support growth.

Qualifications

• Established interim procurement or supply chain leader with proven record of delivering transformation assignments across multiple organisations.
• Director-level capability with the confidence to shape strategy and lead practical change.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with understanding of supplier contracts and TCO.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid assessment of purchasing and supply chain arrangements and define a transformation plan.
• Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business growth and continuity of supply.
• Lead priority supplier negotiations covering pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Establish supplier performance measures and governance across functions.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Job description

Interim Head of Purchasing – Supply Chain Transformation in Worcester is sought to lead a strategic procurement transformation within a growing manufacturing and distribution business. You will assess the function, set out a clear strategy, and drive implementation to strengthen capability and commercial performance.

The role requires delivering measurable savings, improved terms and reduced supplier risk, while establishing a sustainable operating model to support growth.