This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader to head our procurement department. The Head of Procurement will be responsible for overseeing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. You will manage a large team and drive change across the department.
Client Details
Our client is a large not for profit/ educational institute, highly reputed for its quality of education and research contributions. As one of the leading universities in England, they pride themselves on their commitment to excellence and their positive impact on students, staff, and the wider community.
Description
As the Head of Procurement, you will be leading on the strategy, and managing a large team of procurement professionals. You will be working in a large complex environment. You would have a track record of dealing with large projects to implement change.
Developing and implementing procurement strategies.
Managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.
Ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
Leading a team of procurement professionals.
Managing risk in the supply chain.
Overseeing procurement processes and systems.
Ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
Contributing to the overall strategy of the Procurement & Supply Chain department.Profile
A successful Head of Procurement should have:
An MCIPS level 6 or equivalent academic degree in business, e...