- *Head of Procurement (12-month FTC)**
- *Location: Home-based with monthly travel to Southern England offices**
- *Salary: Competitive
Our client is looking for a dynamic and experienced **Head of Procurement** to lead our procurement function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a leader who thrives on driving change and improving processes.
- *Key Responsibilities:**
- Lead procurement activities across construction and indirect categories.
- Advise senior leaders on market trends, procurement strategies, and best practices.
- Oversee tendering, contract awards, implementation, and management.
- Develop and implement procurement policies ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
- Lead a high-performing team, providing coaching and development opportunities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to maximize value and manage procurement risk.
- Ensure the procurement function incorporates ESG, social value, and delivers continuous improvement.
- *Requirements:**
- Proven experience in procurement leadership, with expertise in driving change.
- Background in construction or indirect procurement (housing sector experience is a plus).
- Strong communication skills, able to provide strategic advice to senior leaders.
- Knowledge of UK public sector procurement regulations.
- Experience leading teams and managing multiple projects.
- Degree level education or MCIPS qualification (or equivalent).
- *Benefits:**
- Flexible working arrangements with monthly travel to offices in Southern England.
- Be part of a growing and dynamic team in a supportive work environment.
- *Operating region:** Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, London.
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