Head of Operational Procurement

Head of Operational Procurement
Location: Cambridgeshire, working from home with a couple of days in the office per month

• Lead and support a team of buyers
• Streamline procurement processes and strategies
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Monitor supplier performance and provide insights for improvement
• Contribute to data analysis and risk management
• Ensure accurate and professional purchase order processing

The ideal candidate will be:

• Proficient in sourcing, negotiation, and leadership
• Familiarity with procurement principles and practices
• Demonstrated achievements in procurement/purchasing
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Effective time management and goal-oriented focus
• Resilience, adaptability, and attention to detail
• Proactive problem-solving abilities
• Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and ERP/SAP4Hana
• A degree in a relevant discipline is advantageous

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.