Procurement Manager
4 days ago
Milton Keynes
Are you an experienced procurement leader with FMCG experience? Do you have a proven track record in creating robust buying strategies and governance systems? Are you skilled in identifying process improvement opportunities and building high perfoming procurement teams? MacGregor Black are partnering with a FMCG business on the search for a Head of Procurement. This is a perm role based in Luton. Key Responsibilities: • Represent the focal point of Procurement within the business and demonstrate subject matter expertise alongside strong functional leadership, managing the procurement strategy., • Develop and maintain business wide end to end spend process and governance through appropriate policy and procedural controls., • Collaborate across the business to develop purchasing systems and business process, understand individual departmental needs., • Represent the business in all procurement contract negotiation, creating robust contracts and protecting the interests of the organisation., • Manage all supplier relationships, focussing on key suppliers to maintain open dialogue and develop strong relationships., • Identify supply weaknesses and deviations in economic conditions and protect supply with contingency., • Drive cost control and cost saving opportunities, reporting on spend across all categories., • Review all current suppliers for suitability and develop an approved suppliers list. What We're Looking For: • CIPs level 5 (or above) desirable, • Ability to build a robust procurement function, • Strong people management & development background, • Strong organisational skills, • Results driven, • Strong collaboration culture Salary – c70k + benefits Please contact Rob Blackburn today for further information.