Head of Purchasing

The Company is seeking a Head of Purchasing to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be tasked with developing and implementing a forward-thinking, group-wide procurement strategy that aligns with global market trends and risks. This role involves maintaining and expanding strategic partnerships with key suppliers, leading price and contract negotiations, and ensuring the efficiency of the supply chain. The Head of Purchasing will also be responsible for the professional and disciplinary leadership of the procurement team, promoting employee development, and driving the adoption of digital and standardized workflows to enhance procurement processes. Applicants for the Head of Purchasing position at the company should hold a degree in a relevant field such as procurement management or supply chain management, with a preference for those with industry knowledge in the healthcare sector. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in strategic purchasing, strong leadership skills, and experience in a similar environment. Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growing setting. The ideal candidate will have a background in process digitalization and be adept at using modern tools for automation and efficiency improvement. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with tools like Board and Power BI, is also necessary.