About THG
We're a fast-moving, global technology group that specializes in taking brands direct to consumers. We're home to a portfolio of leading brands and sites including Myprotein, ESPA, LOOKFANTASTIC, and Cult Beauty, all of which are powered by our fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, THG Ingenuity.
We handle everything in-house, including technology, content creation, e-commerce, marketing, manufacturing, new product development, and logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures we can fully realize our vision and maintain our leadership in a rapidly evolving global industry.
About Myprotein:
At Myprotein, we're on a mission to become the world's most empowering health movement. As the leading sports nutrition brand, we're dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative products that inspire and support our customers in achieving their goals. Join our dynamic team and be part of a business that values high performance, innovation, and a collaborative culture.
Role Overview:
We're seeking a strategic and results-driven Procurement Director to lead our global sourcing and procurement strategy. This pivotal role will focus on the procurement of whey/dairy raw materials, commodities, and packaging, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and supply chain efficiency. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting Myprotein's growth by driving supplier relationships, operational excellence, and market-leading procurement practices.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement a robust procurement strategy for whey/dairy raw materials, commodities, and packaging to support business growth and profitability.
2. Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure best-in-class terms, ensuring competitive pricing, consistent quality, and timely delivery.
3. Build and manage strong supplier relationships, fostering collaboration and innovation while mitigating supply chain risks.
4. Monitor global market trends, commodity prices, and industry developments to identify opportunities and manage risks effectively.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Operations, and Finance, to align procurement activities with business objectives.
6. Drive sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, ensuring ethical sourcing and environmental considerations.
7. Lead and mentor a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
8. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the procurement function, ensuring financial targets are met.
Key Requirements:
1. Proven experience in procurement, with a strong focus on whey/dairy raw materials, commodities, and packaging.
2. Extensive knowledge of the global dairy and whey markets, including supplier landscapes, pricing dynamics, and market trends.
3. Demonstrated success in managing high-value supplier negotiations and contracts.
4. Strong understanding of supply chain management and logistics principles.
5. Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and drive results.
6. Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
7. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, adapting to changing priorities.
8. A passion for health, fitness, and Myprotein's mission is a plus.
Why Join Us?
1. Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing global brand.
2. Enjoy a collaborative, high-performance culture with opportunities for career development.
3. Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance-related incentives.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to bring your procurement expertise to Myprotein and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role.
Join Myprotein and help us fuel the world's most empowering health movement.
THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further.
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