Job Description:

This Public Sector organisation are seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Head of Procurement to lead and develop our procurement strategy, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective goods and services that support outstanding patient care and operational excellence.

Client Details

You will take overall responsibility for procurement across the organisation, driving value, efficiency, and compliance. You will develop and implement a forward-thinking procurement strategy aligned to the strategic plan and commercial vision, while building strong partnerships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Description

• Lead all procurement activity across the organisation, ensuring value, quality, and compliance
• Develop and deliver a procurement strategy that supports organisational objectives
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiating high-value contracts
• Implement robust procurement policies, governance, and performance frameworks
• Drive cost efficiencies and continuous improvement across procurement operations
• Support budget planning and provide expert commercial advice to senior stakeholders
• Lead, develop, and inspire the procurement team
• Oversee supplier performance, risk management, and contract compliance

Profile

• Proven experience in a procurement role within the Public Sector
• Demonstrable leadership of a procurement or purchasing function
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and influencing skills
• Experience managing high-value contracts and tender processes
• MCIPS qualification (or equivalent experience) desirable

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £58,000 to £63,000 per annum.
• 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
• Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities
• Excellent Life Assurance benefit
• Free parking
• Subsidised eye tests
• Free Flu vaccinations
• Subsidised on site Restaurant

If you are an experienced procurement professional looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for the Head of Procurement role today.