Head of Procurement
Hiring Company
About the Role
Remote (anywhere in United Kingdom)
The Company is seeking a Head of Procurement for its Scotland Operation. This key leadership role is focused on driving commercial value through strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and contract governance. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the regional procurement function across multiple port locations, ensuring that procurement activities align with the business's objectives and sustainability commitments. The role involves close collaboration with operational leaders, finance teams, and corporate functions to build strong stakeholder relationships and embed procurement in key business decisions and projects. Applicants for the Head of Procurement position should be accomplished professionals with a background in complex, multi-site environments. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a recognized CIPS qualification and the resilience to operate effectively in a fast-paced, changing business environment. Responsibilities also include leading and developing a procurement team, driving consistency, governance, and capability across the region, and identifying opportunities for value maximization and procurement transformation initiatives.
Functions:
- Operations
About the Company
Prominent port operator with a strong national presence
Industry
Logistics and Supply Chain
Type
Privately Held
Age
employees
1001-5000