Job Title: Head of ProcurementIndustry: FMCG (Food)Location: London (Hybrid- 3 days on-site)Company Overview:Join a dynamic global business known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and investment in iconic brands and infrastructure. This company values individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and a passion for delivering happiness to consumers. Here, youll find a purpose-led culture that embraces agility, collaboration, and accountability, offering unmatched opportunities to make a real impact.Role Purpose:The Head of Procurement will oversee the implementation of procurement strategies and policies, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards. This role involves steering key procurement functions, with a particular focus on driving category leadership in the Packaging sector. It contributes to the overall vision of enhanced cost efficiency, sustainability, and supplier innovation.Key Responsibilities:Policy and Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies and regulatory standards.Stakeholder Management: Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand and meet procurement requirements, especially in project change management.Performance Management: Track and report on procurement performance, implementing improvements as needed.Risk Management: Mitigate procurement risks using supplier evaluation tools.Source-to-Pay (S2P) Process Leadership: Oversee all steps in the S2P process, from strategy through to execution, ensuring alignment and continuous improvement.Sourcing Guideline Ownership: Develop, implement, and uphold sourcing guidelines to promote transparency, fairness, and value.Operational Procurement: Lead the day-to-day procurement operations, including purchase orders, supplier management, contract oversight, and invoice handling.Productivity Governance: Set and track efficiency goals, working alongside the Global Head of Productivity to enhance operational productivity.Procurement Tools and Systems Management: Oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of procurement tools and systems, ensuring their effective use, data security, and regulatory compliance.Sustainability Initiatives: Serve as the key contact for sustainable procurement practices, providing guidance on best practices and processes.Transformation Leadership: Drive regional procurement transformation projects to support the businesss strategic goals.Required Skills and Experience:Proven experience in procurement with demonstrated success in managing categories at a regional or global level.Strong ability to navigate ambiguity in a complex, multicultural environment.Excellent cross-functional collaboration and leadership skills.Analytical and strategic thinker with hands-on operational capabilities.Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.Availability to work on-site 3 days a week and travel as required to suppliers and manufacturing sites.Preferred Qualifications:Masters degree or equivalent experience.Proficiency in a second language.Prior experience in a matrix procurement environment.This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within a supportive, fast-paced environment that fosters career growth and professional development.
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Head of Procurement Excellence