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.