Based in Luton, Bedfordshire, our highly recognised client with exciting plans for the future is exclusively working with MRK Associates in their search for a Head of Procurement, on a permanent basis.
This job would suit an experienced Head of Procurement, ideally with a CIPS qualification, to be part of the SMT and be responsible for delivering the Procurement vision and strategy to support and enable growth. This should offer huge opportunities as imminent regulation changes in their industry will alleviate the need for current public tendering for large value contracts and it will be important to maximise the advantages this offers.
This is a business known to everyone that has seen significant growth in recent years due to significant investment and further plans are in place to double the customer base further in the medium term.
They are currently in the process of implementing a new Procurement system, Jaggaer, with the aim that improved processes will allow the Procurement Team to spend more time on higher value-add activities, such as Category Management and Contract Management, which are currently at an early stage of maturity.
The successful individual will ideally be a CIPS qualified Head of Procurement who has led teams and functions in the past (as there are 10-12 in this team). Previous experience of working with FTS and understanding the FTS process on Public Sector procurement contracts is essential. This person will be able to demonstrate a strong track record of achieving significant cost savings in a comparable business and also of negotiation with suppliers.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced procurement leader to work in a newly designed position in a growing, well-recognised business where they can make a real difference as the function evolves.
For more information about this role or any other Head of Procurement jobs in Luton, Bedfordshire, please don't hesitate to contact us in confidence or visit our website.
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