Procurement Manager

Northamptonshire Permanent View Job Description
My client are seeking an experienced Head of / Procurement Manager to join their fast-paced business in Northamptonshire. The role will involve coaching and leading a team across global sourcing, supply chain and compliance, whilst driving change and transformation.
  • Drive transformation continuous improvement through effective leadership
  • A global, blue-chip client , focused on sustainability, innovation and CI

About Our Client

My client are a global blue-chip organisation, operating within supply chain.

This Head of / Procurement Manager role will be based in Northampton on a 3/2 day hybrid model.

Job Description

  • Develop a category management strategy for the procurement function, based in Northampton
  • Develop and lead a commercial and customer-focused team - total reports c. 15-20
  • Sourcing and contract negotiation with suppliers (typically low cost country Inc. Far East)
  • NPD focused, ensuring top-tier products are sourced sustainably for customer
  • Ensure uniterruoted supply to the end customer
  • Keep up to date with innovation and market trends Inc. sustainability

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for this Head of / Procurement Manager role will have strong leadership experience and qualities.

In addition, experience of sourcing within a low-cost country supply base is key - ideally Far East. A commercially focused mindset is key, alongside strong internal and external stakeholder management skills, within a matrix supply chain operation.

What's on Offer

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary plus car allowance, c. 15-20% bonus (dependent on business performance), pension up to 12% matched and private healthcare.

This role will require 3 days per week on-site in Northampton.

Contact
Holly Antonia Butler
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6470297
Phone number
+44 115 948 6493

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Retail
Location
Northamptonshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Holly Antonia Butler
Consultant phone
+44 115 948 6493
Job reference
JN-072024-6470297