Director / Procurement Consultant

Ref: 158526

Manchester

£800 per day

• Contract
• Strategic Procurement
• Cost Reduction
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

A seasoned Procurement and Supply Chain Interim Professional with a career spanning 25 years across FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing, and Food Service. Fully MCIPS qualified with a Master's Degree in Purchasing & Logistics, their expertise covers a wide range of procurement processes including supplier management, cost savings initiatives, contract negotiation, and strategic planning, particularly within Direct Procurement / Raw Materials / Packaging for Food Manufacturing. Immediately available for their next interim assignment, and able to work across the UK. 

What makes them great?

• Achieved notable cost savings totalling over £650,000 in corporate costs through strategic negotiations and procurement initiatives for a major retail company
• Successfully managed procurement categories totalling over £330 million in annual spend, showcasing significant financial stewardship and strategic sourcing abilities
• Implemented new vendor management systems that increased efficiency and reduced waste, delivering £2m in operational benefits

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Sourcing and Procurement: Demonstrable ability to devise and implement comprehensive procurement strategies to drive cost efficiency and streamline supply chains
• Procurement of commodities: vast expertise in sourcing cocoa, flour, sugar and dairy categories
• Project Management: Skilled in overseeing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet all milestones and deliverables
• Leadership and Team Development: Effective leader and mentor with a proven record in managing diverse teams and developing procurement talents
• Stakeholder engagement: Proven track record working with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including C-Suite and external retail customers