Procurement Director

Procurement Director to lead global purchasing and contracting across all company product lines for a scaling B2C organisation. 

Based in the UK but with a global scope, this role is a unique opportunity to drive impactful procurement strategies, foster world-class supplier relationships, and deliver exceptional value. If you’re a results-driven professional eager to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, we want to hear from you.

 

Strategic Procurement Excellence
•    Design and execute game-changing procurement strategies that fuel growth and enhance customer satisfaction.
•    Build and sustain high-value partnerships with global suppliers 
•    Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Marketing, and other teams to align procurement with business goals and ensure seamless delivery.
Financial Leadership
•    Negotiate supplier agreements that maximize profitability while securing our future growth.
•    Lead budget management with precision, ensuring cost efficiencies and delivering strong financial results.
•    Monitor and optimize procurement performance through robust data analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Team Empowerment
•    Recruit, inspire, and lead a high-performing procurement team with a commitment to excellence and innovation.
•    Set clear, ambitious goals and provide the support and development needed 
•    Lead by example, combining strategic vision with hands-on problem-solving.
Innovate and Ensure Compliance
•    Implement cutting-edge tools and automation processes to revolutionize procurement 
•    Stay ahead of industry regulations and consumer legislation, ensuring compliance and business integrity.
•    Identify and champion opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Bring to the Table
•    Procurement Expertise: Demonstrated success in leading strategic procurement within a B2C environment.
•    Exceptional Negotiation: A proven track record of securing market-leading rates, terms and agreements.
•    Strategic Visionary: The ability to think big, act decisively, and deliver results in a fast-changing environment.
•    Relationship Builder: Exceptional skills in building trust and strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and global suppliers.
•    Inspirational Leader: Experience managing and motivating top-tier teams to exceed expectations.
•    Data-Driven Decision Maker: Proficient in leveraging metrics to optimize performance and identify growth opportunities.
•    Adaptability and Resilience: Comfortable with travel, extended hours, and navigating a rapidly evolving landscape.
•    Innovation Advocate: Passionate about implementing new technologies and processes that drive excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role with significant opportunity for development and growth at pace.