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Partner / Head Hunter - Senior to Executive Operations, Freight Forwarding & Procurement
GRG Executive Search are exclusively partnering with a National Logistics & Freight provider in their search for a Group Head of Procurement.
This role will lead the both the Indirect & Direct Procurement functions for the UK business alongside Supply Chain focusing on transformation and centralisation of processes and policy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a coherent procurement strategy, aligned with the organisation’s goals
* Oversee the procurement process including sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management
* Manage procurement documentation and records
* Drive consolidation of suppliers where appropriate
* Identify opportunities for cost savings and system, tool, and process improvements
* Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements
* Own and deliver annual cost savings targets
* Conduct regular audits and reviews of procurement activities; Supplier Relationships and Negotiations
* Manage and develop supplier relationships to ensure that the business is positioned to secure optimum pricing and terms in both the short and long term
* Negotiate supplier contractual terms for all cost categories
* Evaluate and monitor vendor performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations; establish and drive a regular supplier management service review for top key suppliers
* Take part in, and where appropriate lead, cross-functional projects to deliver improvements to cost base, supplier terms, and ability to deliver excellent services to customers
* Ensure accuracy and integrity of cost base
* Identify process failures systematically, addressing them and eliminating the possibility of recurrence
* Establish robust due diligence and review procedures to ensure legal and compliance risks within vendor management are appropriately assessed and mitigated
* Work closely with your team developing and allowing for further growth within the function
The Ideal Candidate:
* Strong Procurement Experience specifically in Logistics, Rail, or Manufacturing
* Must have experience within a "Blue Collar" Environment
* Experience Leading Procurement functions
* Experience reporting back to C-Suite
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Strategy/Planning, and Purchasing
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Freight and Package Transportation
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