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Group Head of Procurement
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 80,000 - 500,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cardiff
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Group Head of Procurement
Swansea or Cardiff based
£80000 - £85000 plus bonus and car allowance
The Company
Opportunity to join a growing group of companies who provide the latest energy-efficient technologies in homes across the UK. The group is well established and work with utility partners, councils, landlord associations and private home owners providing a Whole Home Approach to create warmer energy efficient homes, whilst reducing carbon emissions. With offices in Cardiff and Swansea this award-winning organisation is in a period of growth and looking for a Group Head of Procurement.
The Role
This newly created position requires a true procurement professional to bring their extensive knowledge and experience to the group. You could be based in either the Cardiff or Swansea office and will be able to work hybrid remote on a flexible basis ensuring the needs of the business are met at all times.
You will be responsible for overseeing and managing all procurement activities across the group as well as driving cost savings, maintaining quality product availability and optimising the supply chain.
Duties and responsibilities will include:
Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve overall group business goals and targets
Continual assessment of supplier agreements to ensure best products at best value
Continual assessment of group procurement processes and procedures, implementing changes as and when required
Maintain / refine / develop all system-based processes to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency
Management of the purchasing team
Build and maintain solid relationships with all key suppliers
Negotiating optimal pricing, terms and conditions for best value and quality results
Identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities throughout the group
Managing procurement focused projects
Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations for the entire procurement function
Identify and mitigate all supply chain risks
Working closely with internal stakeholders including senior management, finance and administration
Developing and providing regular reports to management
Requirements
We are looking for a highly experienced individual with a drive and passion for achieving results. The successful applicant will have the following qualifications, experience and qualities:
Extensive experience in a senior procurement role with a proven track record of success
Relevant qualification in procurement CIPS / HND / HNC / NVQ preferred
Strong negotiation skills essential
Strong strategic commercial acumen with proven ability to see the wider context
Strong financial understanding including cost analysis and budgeting
Knowledge of the energy sector, construction or similar industry
Experienced in project management and initiating new systems and procedures
Driven and motivated to achieve targets
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
High level of attention to detail
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
In Return
Procurement positions at this level are few and far between. This is a rare opportunity to join a large organisation where you have the opportunity to make a difference and develop a growing procurement department. An excellent package is on offer including a generous base salary, performance-related bonus and car allowance.
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