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Position Overview The Global Head of Procurement will lead, enhance, and optimize procurement, commercial, and operational processes across the organization. This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven track record in IT and real estate procurement, supply chain management, commercial contracts, and global operations. The role demands strategic oversight of vendor management, ERP-driven procurement transformation, cost optimization, and risk management, while also ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The candidate will play a critical role in supporting global projects, driving commercial efficiency, and contributing to the organization’s long-term growth. Key Responsibilities 1. Procurement Management & Transformation • Lead end-to-end procurement operations with strong compliance to policies, regulations, and governance., • Drive real estate-focused procurement, including campus setup and construction-related categories., • Implement procurement transformation initiatives, including ERP development and digitization., • Develop and enforce procurement best practices, policies, and reporting standards., • Oversee vendor onboarding, evaluation, and long-term supplier relationship management. 2. Commercial & Contract Management • Manage full contract lifecycle: drafting, negotiation, awarding, monitoring, and compliance., • Oversee insurance and health cover contracts, as well as employee services procurement., • Ensure adherence to ethical, sustainable, and regulatory procurement practices., • Maintain a comprehensive contract register and lead continuous improvements in commercial governance. 3. Supply Chain Management • Collaborate with suppliers and logistics partners to strengthen supply chain effectiveness and resilience. 4. Cost Optimization & Risk Management • Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across procurement and operational functions., • Conduct analytics-driven reviews of procurement performance and spend efficiency., • Drive cost control initiatives across capex projects and serve as an active Capex Committee Member., • Optimize facility and administration management to reduce downtime and operational overheads. 5. Project & Global Business Support • Provide procurement and commercial support for global projects, including K-12 school set-up and expansion initiatives., • Partner with business development and project teams on large-scale, cross-border transactions., • Align procurement strategies with global business priorities. 6. Operations & Administration • Collaborate with the CEO, CXOs, and senior leadership to shape and deliver operational strategy., • Develop and implement systems, processes, and tools to improve organizational efficiency., • Manage budgets, capital investment, and expenses to achieve growth and profitability goals., • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred)., • Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, commercial management, supply chain, and operations, with exposure to:, • Real estate-focused procurement & campus setup projects., • Insurance & employee health cover contracts., • Procurement of employee services and administration contracts., • Demonstrated experience as part of a Capex Committee. Technical • Expertise in procurement systems, ERP platforms, contract lifecycle management, and supply chain tools., • Familiarity with construction and real estate procurement practices., • Strong leadership with ability to inspire, mentor, and manage large cross-functional teams., • Excellent verbal and written communication., • Ability to make informed decisions under pressure., • Exceptional time management with ability to handle multiple priorities. This is a senior leadership role at the core of the organization’s growth journey. The successful candidate will shape procurement and commercial excellence across real estate, education, and global operations, while driving transformation that enhances efficiency, compliance, and value creation.

Position Overview The Global Head of Procurement will lead, enhance, and optimize procurement, commercial, and operational processes across the organization. This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven track record in IT and real estate procurement, supply chain management, commercial contracts, and global operations. The role demands strategic oversight of vendor management, ERP-driven procurement transformation, cost optimization, and risk management, while also ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The candidate will play a critical role in supporting global projects, driving commercial efficiency, and contributing to the organization’s long-term growth. Key Responsibilities 1. Procurement Management & Transformation • Lead end-to-end procurement operations with strong compliance to policies, regulations, and governance., • Drive real estate-focused procurement, including campus setup and construction-related categories., • Implement procurement transformation initiatives, including ERP development and digitization., • Develop and enforce procurement best practices, policies, and reporting standards., • Oversee vendor onboarding, evaluation, and long-term supplier relationship management. 2. Commercial & Contract Management • Manage full contract lifecycle: drafting, negotiation, awarding, monitoring, and compliance., • Oversee insurance and health cover contracts, as well as employee services procurement., • Ensure adherence to ethical, sustainable, and regulatory procurement practices., • Maintain a comprehensive contract register and lead continuous improvements in commercial governance. 3. Supply Chain Management • Collaborate with suppliers and logistics partners to strengthen supply chain effectiveness and resilience. 4. Cost Optimization & Risk Management • Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across procurement and operational functions., • Conduct analytics-driven reviews of procurement performance and spend efficiency., • Drive cost control initiatives across capex projects and serve as an active Capex Committee Member., • Optimize facility and administration management to reduce downtime and operational overheads. 5. Project & Global Business Support • Provide procurement and commercial support for global projects, including K-12 school set-up and expansion initiatives., • Partner with business development and project teams on large-scale, cross-border transactions., • Align procurement strategies with global business priorities. 6. Operations & Administration • Collaborate with the CEO, CXOs, and senior leadership to shape and deliver operational strategy., • Develop and implement systems, processes, and tools to improve organizational efficiency., • Manage budgets, capital investment, and expenses to achieve growth and profitability goals., • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred)., • Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, commercial management, supply chain, and operations, with exposure to:, • Real estate-focused procurement & campus setup projects., • Insurance & employee health cover contracts., • Procurement of employee services and administration contracts., • Demonstrated experience as part of a Capex Committee. Technical • Expertise in procurement systems, ERP platforms, contract lifecycle management, and supply chain tools., • Familiarity with construction and real estate procurement practices., • Strong leadership with ability to inspire, mentor, and manage large cross-functional teams., • Excellent verbal and written communication., • Ability to make informed decisions under pressure., • Exceptional time management with ability to handle multiple priorities. This is a senior leadership role at the core of the organization’s growth journey. The successful candidate will shape procurement and commercial excellence across real estate, education, and global operations, while driving transformation that enhances efficiency, compliance, and value creation.

• £31,648 - £35,345 per annum + bonus, • Average uncapped bonus of £4,800 per year (with potential to earn more), • 5 days a week (this centre is closed on Sunday's) As a Vehicle Technician/ Mechanic, you will be already skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work. You’ll have the ability to carry out more complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements and diagnostics in areas such as vehicle electrics, brake steering and suspension systems. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs Skills and experience • Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience, • Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

ATP Media was formed in 2001 and has unrivalled access and expertise in broadcast production of Men’s professional tennis with an end-to-end solution for global broadcasters incorporating rights sales, multi-platform production and worldwide delivery for the ATP Masters 1000s, ATP 500s, ATP 250s, season-ending Nitto ATP Finals, and Next Gen ATP Finals tournaments. Join the biggest tennis production company in the world and help us to deliver broadcast content to our rights holders and broadcast partners. Collaborating with our suppliers and broadcasters, we are looking to hire a Broadcast Transmission Manager to work in a team of four providing support in all aspects of transmission and bookings. Role Purpose The Broadcast Transmission Manager plays a central role within the Broadcast Operations Team, ensuring the seamless delivery of ATP tournaments to global broadcasters. This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and live monitoring of broadcast transmission services, including contribution and distribution across fibre, IP, and other delivery platforms. Working closely with internal production teams, technology departments, and global rights holders, the Broadcast Transmission Manager ensures that all broadcast requirements are met to the highest technical and operational standards. This involves managing supplier bookings, troubleshooting live transmission issues, maintaining accurate technical records, and providing timely updates and support to both internal stakeholders and external partners. The role requires strong technical knowledge of contribution and distribution workflows, experience in live broadcast operations, and the ability to coordinate complex transmission schedules across multiple tournaments worldwide. Operating across both planning (Wimbledon) and live operations (White City), the Broadcast Transmission Manager ensures reliable, efficient, and professional broadcast delivery for ATP Masters 1000, ATP 500, ATP 250 tournaments, as well as the Next Gen ATP Finals and Nitto ATP Finals. Office-based: Wimbledon • Work closely with the Broadcast Operations Team to plan and coordinate all ATP Masters 1000, ATP 500, and ATP 250 tournaments, as well as the Next Gen ATP Finals and Nitto ATP Finals., • Support the Broadcast Operations Team in delivering contribution and distribution services for our in-house production team and global rights-holders., • Liaise with third-party suppliers to arrange bookings for contribution and distribution via satellite, fibre, BT Tower, and SRT., • Provide post-tournament support for the Broadcast Operations Team, ensuring timely responses to rights-holders and managing day-to-day tasks such as media portal access. Live Broadcast Operations: White City • Live monitoring of contribution and distribution services for ATP250s, ATP 500s, Masters 1000s, and ATP Finals., • Route contribution and distribution feeds as required, ensuring smooth transmission operations from the Broadcast Operations Helpdesk., • Maintain accurate logs, timings, technical reports, and documentation on activities, issues, and equipment., • Liaise effectively with internal production, engineering, and operational teams, while proactively identifying and resolving operational and technical issues., • Provide support and troubleshooting for signals and transmission paths, assisting other teams and global rights holders., • Act as a key contact on the Broadcast Operations Helpdesk for bookings, cancellations, and failures., • Supply broadcasters with up-to-date schedules, orders of play, distribution details, and live updates via the ATP Media Portal., • Be confident in video and audio monitoring, proficient with talkback, and demonstrate professional etiquette. Desired Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of contribution and distribution workflows, including satellite, fibre, IP (SRT/Zixi), and BT Tower delivery, with proven experience in live broadcast operations. They should be confident monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving transmission issues under pressure, as well as coordinating bookings and managing complex broadcast schedules across multiple events. Familiarity with video and audio monitoring, talkback systems, and broadcast signal routing is essential, along with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners. This role would suit someone with prior experience in broadcast operations, bookings coordination, and live feed monitoring, ideally within a live sports environment. The successful candidate will be calm and decisive under pressure, an effective communicator, and adaptable to a variety of tasks within a small, dynamic company. Strong IT skills, a proactive mindset, and flexibility are essential, as the London Hub element of the role requires shift work including evenings, weekends, and overnight coverage. The role is dual location, split between our Wimbledon Head Office and Live Broadcast Operations at our London Hub, offering the opportunity to play a key role in delivering world-class tennis coverage to global broadcasters. A clean driving license is recommended. Please send your application in the form of a CV and covering letter stating why this role is of interest to you and what you feel you could bring to ATP Media, to: ATP Media is an equal opportunities employer. Evidence of current eligibility of entitlement to work in the UK will be required. Job Title: Broadcast Transmission Manager Company: ATP Media Reports to: Head of Broadcast Operations Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-Time Location: Wimbledon, UK Salary: (depending on experience) plus benefits

Head of Development Management – Interim South West London | £650 per day (umbrella) A South West London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Development Management to lead its Town Planning service. Provide professional and technical expertise in the determination

Services Manager – Dermatology & ENT | Expanding Healthcare Organisation £48,000 + Performance Bonus Hybrid – Croydon Head Office Full-Time, Permanent Are you a strategic operations leader with a passion for improving NHS community services? Do you thrive in fast-paced, evolving healthcare environments where you can take full ownership of service performance and transformation? We’re working with a highly innovative, rapidly growing healthcare provider delivering NHS community services across London and surrounding counties. With an expanding footprint and a focus on ENT and Dermatology services, they are seeking a talented Services Manager to oversee the end-to-end operational delivery. This is a brand-new position giving you the chance to shape the role, establish best practice, and influence real change in a business that values performance, collaboration, and compassion in equal measure. You'll report directly to the COO and play a key part in leading multidisciplinary teams, delivering outstanding patient care, and driving financial and operational success. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day service delivery for ENT and Dermatology clinics across multiple locations, • Take full ownership of the “referral to discharge” pathway, ensuring seamless, compliant patient journeys, • Lead service optimisation across clinical capacity, workforce planning, appointment management, and clinic resourcing, • Manage operational performance to meet KPIs, NHS service levels, and contractual obligations, • Lead a team of clinical and non-clinical professionals, • Track and analyse key performance data to identify trends, risks, and service improvement opportunities, • Maximise referrals and ensure clinical capacity meets demand, working with clinicians and commissioners, • Manage the full P&L of assigned services and monitor financial performance closely, • Build and maintain strong working relationships with commissioners, local authorities, and clinic partners, • Actively contribute to organisational change initiatives and quality improvement projects, • Ensure full compliance with CQC, NHS, and internal regulatory frameworks Ideal Candidate Profile: • Degree; ideally in Business Administration, Healthcare Management or a relevant field, • Proven experience managing healthcare services, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage both direct and matrix teams, • Background in owning P&L and operational budgets, • Stakeholder engagement experience, • Familiar with pathway design, waitlist management, and performance monitoring, • Adaptable, friendly, and capable of thriving in a high-growth, change-led environment, • Practice Managers or Operations Leads ready for a step up are also encouraged to apply What’s On Offer: • Hybrid working – typically 3 days in-office, • Up to £48,000 basic salary, • Quarterly bonus of £1,000 for hitting operational profit targets, • Annual bonus of £1,000 if yearly service targets are achieved, • Overachievement bonus – £250 for every £20,000 above annual budget, • 37.5-hour week, Monday–Friday; 9am–5pm, • Paid travel expenses to regional clinic sites, • A genuinely autonomous leadership role with strong internal support and cross-functional collaboration Interested? To apply or find out more, contact Tom Fitch on 02393 874295 or 07919 008757, or email your CV to

Clinical Deputy Manager Heathland Court Care Home, 56 Parkside, Wimbledon, London, SW19 5NJ Up to £52,998 - Depending on experience. Permanent - 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday Occasional night visits or weekend work may be required. Welcome Bonus- £2000** We make health happen. Here at Bupa, we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence, and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives. Ashley House Bupa Care Home has an Good CQC, and facilities needs of residential, nursing care, respite and short stay, Parkinson’s, day care, recovery post op and palliative care. Ashley House celebrates an Employee of the Month, fostering a culture of appreciation and motivation, it’s not just a facility; it’s a vibrant community where a great team of nurses and a dedicated head of care ensure that every resident feels supported and valued. You’ll help us make health happen by: · Overseeing and assisting all aspects of nursing care/activities within the home. · With the help of your team, you’ll create and update individual care plans for our residents, maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date medication records. · You’ll ensure adequate staffing is always maintained within the home. · Provide day to day support and guidance to the team - promoting our residents' independence, choice, and dignity. · You’ll build lasting relationships with the residents and the people they care about, as well as caring about the home itself - fostering a sense of community. · Creating and developing strong relationships with local partners, you will liaise with these partners, playing an important role in raising the care home’s profile in the local area and beyond. · Key Skills and Qualifications Required: · You hold a valid UK NMC pin and stay committed to the NMC Codes of Conduct & professional development. · You understand the impact of quality nursing care on residents’ lives, promoting independence, choice, and dignity. · You stay up to date with tissue viability, infection control, and care planning. · You can build relationships, lead, mentor, and manage a team effectively. · You are excellent at prioritising tasks and working efficiently as a compassionate team player. Benefits Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social, and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: · My Healthcare - Quick, easy access to support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support – all available via one phone number 24/7. · Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350. · Free meal on every shift · 33 days holiday · Long service - For every milestone at Bupa we will reward you with ecards, extra holidays, and money! · Interest-free annual travel loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets. · Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes. · We offer a range of Bupa pension plans – find out more on our career site. · Parental leave - We have schemes for adoption, birth parents and co parents -find out more on our career site. · Menopause Plan - Specifically designed to empower women to seek advice, choose their treatment and take control of their health. · Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK · We offer a sick pay scheme to our frontline teams, as an addition to statutory sick pay, to help provide some reassurance and financial support during longer absences. Why Bupa? We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring, and responsible in everything we do. We encourage all our people to “Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That’s why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We’ll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. • Shift patterns may be subject to change dependant on the needs of the business. ** Your starter bonus will be paid to you in the next available pay run once you have completed four weeks’ service and will be subject to deductions for tax and NI. T&Cs Apply. and NI.

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Wills & Probate Lawyer to join us at partner level in our thriving Private Client department. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior practitioner who wants to play a key role in shaping the future of a dynamic, highly regarded firm with a loyal and growing client base across London and beyond. About Us We are a well-established law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in client care and results. Our Wills & Probate department is one of the firm’s core strengths, supporting a wide range of private clients – from high-net-worth individuals to families with complex estate planning needs. The Role As a partner-level lawyer, you will: • Lead and develop the Wills & Probate team, mentoring junior lawyers and fee earners., • Manage and grow a sophisticated caseload including Wills, LPAs, Probate, and Court of Protection matters., • Drive client relationship management and business development, helping to expand the department’s profile across London and the South., • Contribute to the strategic direction of the firm as part of the senior leadership team. About You The ideal candidate will bring: • Significant experience in Wills & Probate / Private Client law, ideally with at least 2+ years PQE, • A strong track record in building long-term client relationships, including with HNW clients and complex estates., • Commercial awareness and a proven ability to contribute to business development and firm growth., • The confidence and leadership skills to oversee and inspire a busy department., • Experience with LEAP case management software (desirable, but not essential). Why Join Us? • A genuine partnership-level opportunity with a leading law firm., • Competitive senior-level package., • A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment, based at our Head Office in Kingston Upon Thames., • The chance to make a real impact at both departmental and firmwide level. Qualifications We welcome applications from senior Solicitors and experienced Private Client Lawyers with a proven record of leadership and business development within Wills & Probate. Apply Today If you are ready to take the next step in your career at partner level in a leading law firm, please send your CV and cover letter to or apply directly via LinkedIn.

About us Our Group Central Support office is a group function within Nando’s, which aims to work shoulder to shoulder alongside our restaurant markets across the globe, working in fluid teams to bring to life the Nando’s eco-system through a spirit of deep collaboration. Our Group Nandocas are truly global in their outlook, being based in our biggest market here in the UK and also in our homeland of South Africa. These teams also have an unrivalled view of the whole business, covering core commercial functions from supply chain to legal, finance and marketing and supporting our restaurant and retail channels. You’ll often hear us talking about our Purpose: Changing Lives, Together. Inspired by our purpose, we have always believed that success is about more than financial performance. That’s why we aim to deliver success not just for our shareholders, our people (Nandocas) and suppliers, but for the communities we work and live in, society and the world at large. Those goals aren’t mutually exclusive. We don’t want to make profit or change lives; we want to do both! We call that Shared Value and practically, that means hardwiring our activities into our daily work. Whilst our creating Shared Value is a serious endeavour, we would not be Nando’s if we didn’t approach what we do with a lot of passion, fun and innovation. Purpose & Scope of Role This is a new role, created in response to the evolution of our Group division as well as the formation of a new global Partners’ Division, with employees in both teams based across our London and Johannesburg campuses. As we turn the strategy of these newly formed divisions into a reality, we are seeking a strategic and dynamic Head of People to partner closely with the C-suite and senior leadership. A day in the life... Strategic Partnership • Partner with C-suite executives to shape and execute a People strategy for their teams based in SA and UK support offices, aligned to each division’s business objectives., • Weave our Nando’s DNA of values, leadership beliefs, people commitments and brand pillars to live and breathe in all aspects of People strategy and end-to-end employee experience., • Hold leaders to account and coach them to live the behaviours aligned to our Leadership Beliefs and Values., • Drive and lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement, inclusion, and belonging., • Own the full employee lifecycle – from onboarding to offboarding – ensuring a seamless and impactful experience., • Champion the evolution of talent development and succession planning aligned to our wider global Talent objectives., • Ensuring our teams remain safe and legal, managing People risk appropriately for your stakeholder population and ensure that we role model our Nando’s People Commitments., • Line manage and develop a Senior People Partner based in South Africa, fostering a collaborative and agile culture., • Work closely with regional and global HR teams to ensure consistency and alignment., • Collaborate with local market’s Centres of Excellence (e.g. Talent, Benefits, People Technology, L&D) to deliver best practice and leverage economies of scale, • Regular international travel required to support stakeholders, understand business needs and build strong relationships across locations. Hot skills required... • Proven experience (c5-10 years) as a Head of People in a complex, ideally global, organisation., • Strong track record of partnering with C-suite leaders and influencing at the highest levels., • A thought partner for leaders with strong foundations in organisational effectiveness, reward, change management and leadership development., • Deep understanding of the employee lifecycle and experience in designing and delivering people strategies that can deliver both the aims of the functional division and the business overall., • Well-developed influencing skills, • Experience in developing and embedding a compelling EVP aligned to brand and culture., • Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills., • Comfortable with ambiguity and able to thrive in an evolving environment., • Experience managing remote or regionally based HR professionals., • Willingness and ability to travel internationally., • Collaborative, low ego and committed to your own personal growth., • Experience of FMCG and hospitality an advantage. Extra Hot Benefits... • Company bonus, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Free Nando's when you're working (and 40% discount when you're not), • Family Medical Cover, • Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • 4 weeks paid sabbatical after every 5 years of full-time employment This is a hybrid role based in our Battersea office 3 days a week, and will include planned travel to South Africa approx. once a quarter.

Why Superdrug? Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities. We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun. Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling. Here's the exciting bit…a day includes The Buyer will be working within the team the healthcare team to develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing, and stock that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives. As a buyer what you will do: Own the supplier relationships for your categories to develop promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to your categories; adhere to legislation; and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales. Adopting appropriate negotiation strategies to attain the best terms for the category and the business. Manage and review pricing, ensuring pricing that is competitive and maximises profitability while operating within company pricing strategy. Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders. Review category insights to understand customer behaviour and take decisions driven by insights. Working in partnership with the Merchandising team, agree merchandising strategy that drives and delivers right range in the right store; ensuring availability in store; and control of slow-moving stock. Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability. Working with the Own Brand team to deliver increased participation and meet agreed strategy and plans. Develop effective internal working relationships with cross functional team members to support and enhance category objectives and performance. Develop build and maintain effective external relationships to enhance the Superdrug proposition and meet customer needs. You will need Proven experience as a Buyer with a track record of success in category management and commercial strategy planning. Experience with a Healthcare buying environment is a plus. Strong negotiation skills. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Excellent ability to understand and interpret market information. Range and trade planning experience. Customer focused approach. Data analysis and superb excel skills. To be able to work collaboratively, efficiently and with initiative. Creative thinker with the ability to identify trends and bring them to market quickly. Ability to influence at all levels both internally and externally. Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to adapt style as required. Here's what's in it for you • 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays), • Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK., • We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!, • 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend, • 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online, • Currently we are working from home in line with government guidelines When we are able you will be working in a stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station, • Company pension matching and bonus, • Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes

The Global Head of Procurement will lead, enhance, and optimize procurement, commercial, and operational processes across the organization. This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven track record in IT and real estate procurement, supply chain management, commercial contracts, and global operations. The role demands strategic oversight of vendor management, ERP-driven procurement transformation, cost optimization, and risk management, while also ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The candidate will play a critical role in supporting global projects, driving commercial efficiency, and contributing to the organization’s long-term growth. Procurement Management & Transformation Lead end-to-end procurement operations with strong compliance to policies, regulations, and governance. Drive real estate-focused procurement, including campus setup and construction-related categories. Implement procurement transformation initiatives, including ERP development and digitization. Develop and enforce procurement best practices, policies, and reporting standards. Oversee vendor onboarding, evaluation, and long-term supplier relationship management. Commercial & Contract Management Manage full contract lifecycle: drafting, negotiation, awarding, monitoring, and compliance. Oversee insurance and health cover contracts, as well as employee services procurement. Ensure adherence to ethical, sustainable, and regulatory procurement practices. Maintain a comprehensive contract register and lead continuous improvements in commercial governance. Supply Chain Management Collaborate with suppliers and logistics partners to strengthen supply chain effectiveness and resilience. Cost Optimization & Risk Management Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across procurement and operational functions. Conduct analytics-driven reviews of procurement performance and spend efficiency. Drive cost control initiatives across capex projects and serve as an active Capex Committee Member. Optimize facility and administration management to reduce downtime and operational overheads. Project & Global Business Support Provide procurement and commercial support for global projects, including K-12 school set-up and expansion initiatives. Partner with business development and project teams on large-scale, cross-border transactions. Align procurement strategies with global business priorities. Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred). In-depth experience in procurement, commercial management, supply chain, and operations, with exposure to:Real estate-focused procurement & campus setup projects. Insurance & employee health cover contracts. Procurement of employee services and administration contracts. Proven track record of vendor management, cost optimization, ERP implementation, and compliance. Expertise in procurement systems, ERP platforms, contract lifecycle management, and supply chain tools. Familiarity with construction and real estate procurement practices. Strong knowledge of inventory management systems. Proficient in spend analytics, cost-benefit analysis, market benchmarking, and performance evaluation. Experience driving change management, transformation projects, and strategic initiatives. Strong risk identification and mitigation planning capability. The successful candidate will shape procurement and commercial excellence across real estate, education, and global operations, while driving transformation that enhances efficiency, compliance, and value creation

The Global Head of Procurement will lead, enhance, and optimize procurement, commercial, and operational processes across the organization. This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven track record in IT and real estate procurement, supply chain management, commercial contracts, and global operations. The role demands strategic oversight of vendor management, ERP-driven procurement transformation, cost optimization, and risk management, while also ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The candidate will play a critical role in supporting global projects, driving commercial efficiency, and contributing to the organization’s long-term growth. Procurement Management & Transformation Lead end-to-end procurement operations with strong compliance to policies, regulations, and governance. Drive real estate-focused procurement, including campus setup and construction-related categories. Implement procurement transformation initiatives, including ERP development and digitization. Develop and enforce procurement best practices, policies, and reporting standards. Oversee vendor onboarding, evaluation, and long-term supplier relationship management. Commercial & Contract Management Manage full contract lifecycle: drafting, negotiation, awarding, monitoring, and compliance. Oversee insurance and health cover contracts, as well as employee services procurement. Ensure adherence to ethical, sustainable, and regulatory procurement practices. Maintain a comprehensive contract register and lead continuous improvements in commercial governance. Supply Chain Management Collaborate with suppliers and logistics partners to strengthen supply chain effectiveness and resilience. Cost Optimization & Risk Management Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across procurement and operational functions. Conduct analytics-driven reviews of procurement performance and spend efficiency. Drive cost control initiatives across capex projects and serve as an active Capex Committee Member. Optimize facility and administration management to reduce downtime and operational overheads. Project & Global Business Support Provide procurement and commercial support for global projects, including K-12 school set-up and expansion initiatives. Partner with business development and project teams on large-scale, cross-border transactions. Align procurement strategies with global business priorities. Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred). In-depth experience in procurement, commercial management, supply chain, and operations, with exposure to:Real estate-focused procurement & campus setup projects. Insurance & employee health cover contracts. Procurement of employee services and administration contracts. Proven track record of vendor management, cost optimization, ERP implementation, and compliance. Expertise in procurement systems, ERP platforms, contract lifecycle management, and supply chain tools. Familiarity with construction and real estate procurement practices. Strong knowledge of inventory management systems. Proficient in spend analytics, cost-benefit analysis, market benchmarking, and performance evaluation. Experience driving change management, transformation projects, and strategic initiatives. Strong risk identification and mitigation planning capability. The successful candidate will shape procurement and commercial excellence across real estate, education, and global operations, while driving transformation that enhances efficiency, compliance, and value creation

You will provide leadership to the Development Management and Enforcement functions, making a significant contribution to the borough’s growth and regeneration through the effective application of planning expertise. Provide professional and technical expertise in the determination of complex plan

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