Global Procurement Director – Dairy

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Global Procurement Director – Dairy, London

Client:

Hunter Shore Group

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

8

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

We’ve been exclusively retained on a confidential mandate to appoint a senior procurement leader to take full global ownership of a high-profile dairy category within a complex, multinational environment, and spend close to £1 billion.

This is a rare opportunity for a strategic operator to lead transformation across sourcing, supplier partnerships, and category development—on a truly global scale.

The Opportunity

• You’ll be responsible for setting the direction and delivering the outcomes for a major global dairy portfolio—shaping supplier strategy, commercial planning, and innovation initiatives across multiple geographies.
• The role sits within the food procurement leadership team and will influence a broad range of stakeholders across operations, supply chain, R&D, and quality. You’ll manage a lean international team and work closely with key regional procurement heads to drive category performance, elevate supplier engagement, and contribute directly to top-line growth and bottom-line delivery.

Your Core Focus

• Lead the development and execution of a long-term sourcing roadmap for dairy.
• Align procurement objectives with commercial, operational, and sustainability priorities.
• Build trusted relationships with global and regional suppliers.
• Co-create strategic partnerships that drive mutual innovation and efficiency.
• Deliver year-on-year improvements in cost, service, risk mitigation, and ESG.
• Shape internal governance, influence decision-making, and build category capability.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of global sourcing professionals.

Your Background

We’re looking for someone with a strong track record in dairy. You should have:

• At least 10 years of total experience leading complex sourcing strategies.
• International exposure, with comfort navigating matrix structures and diverse business cultures.
• Credibility in the boardroom and confidence managing global suppliers.
• A background in either FMCG with hands-on category leadership.
• The ability to balance commercial instinct with operational pragmatism.
• A passion for sustainable sourcing and long-term supplier collaboration.

Why This Role?

This is a pivotal time for the category and the wider organization. They’re investing in a more strategic approach to procurement and seeking a leader who can balance big-picture thinking with on-the-ground impact.

If you’re looking to step into a global leadership role where you can drive transformation, shape strategy, and build lasting supplier value—we’d love to speak with you.