Head of Procurement UK and Ireland

Ref: 573906

Leicester, UK

£65,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Procurement Leadership
• Cost Reduction Expert
• Supplier Management Specialist

About the candidate

An exceptional procurement leader with over 11 years of diverse experience across multiple sectors, including manufacturing and utilities, with a robust background in both direct and indirect procurement. Currently holding the role of Head of Procurement for the UK & Ireland, managing a substantial team and overseeing a significant strategic operation in the manufacturing industry. Proven capabilities in transforming procurement processes, achieving significant cost savings and implementing innovative strategies that enhance efficiency and profitability.

What makes them great?

• Led a procurement function managing over £21m in inventory, resulting in streamlined operations and significant cost reductions.
• Key player in achieving stock availability of 98% across 23,000 product lines, demonstrating exceptional operational capability.
• Successfully implemented procurement strategies that have led to consistent achievement of operational and financial targets.Annual savings over £400k in first year  
• High team retention and performance during company restructure and consolidation of 4 warehouses into new National Distribution Centre.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Procurement & Category Management
• Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvements
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Contract Negotiation & Management
• Public Procurement Experience - Utilities, Aerospace, Defence and Commercial Aerospace.