Head of Procurement

Ref: 227686

Sheffield, UK

£50,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Cost Management
• Brand Expansion
• Supplier Relationship Excellence

About the candidate

A knowledgeable and experienced procurement professional, the candidate has extensively worked across various industries including retail, independent sectors, food service, and manufacturing, with a focus on food-related products. They have successfully managed comprehensive buying processes, project management, and new product development, demonstrating a strong blend of financial acumen and creative problem-solving. With proven capabilities in delivering significant commercial benefits and improving service levels, they excel in stakeholder management and fostering productive supplier relationships.

What makes them great?

• Generated over £5M in buying income, surpassing the target and demonstrating strong financial stewardship.
• Improved gross margins by 5% within 8 months in a temporary position, resulting in savings of over £80k through effective tender processes and cost management.
• Contributed to increasing category margin from 20% to 25%, adding £3M additional profit through strategic supplier negotiations and product cost management.
• Successfully managed brand development projects, leading to the launch of significant new product lines and enhancing brand reach and integrity.

Areas of expertise

• Purchasing and cost management, adept in negotiating and managing contracts to align with budgetary requirements.
• Supplier relationship management, skilled in establishing and nurturing productive supplier partnerships and improving service levels.
• Project management in launching new products and brands, translating innovative ideas into successful, marketable products.
• Leadership in managing and training procurement teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and professional development.