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Head of Procurement Full time, Permanent Location Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich Salary 75,000 - 85,000 depending on experience Closing date: 2 May 2025 Who we are: Were not just talking about making a difference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. Youll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come. About the role: As the Head of Procurement at Drax youll devise, implement and successfully manage the operational delivery of our framework to support the overall procurement strategy. Youll help us deliver our promise by leading the procurement team supporting UK power generation. Youll ensure management and prioritisation of the teams workload. Additionally, youll focus on key areas of spending to support both the procurement strategy and requirements of the business. Youll manage and deliver effective tendering, negotiation, contract management, working collaboratively with business colleagues ensuring procure to pay processes and policies are operating effectively. Youll help us shape the future by partnering with key stakeholders and Procurement leads to co-create our 3-5 year strategic procurement plans. This will include clear deliverables to safeguard our supply chains. Youll also work closely with finance teams to support the annual budgeting process. Who were looking for: To be successful in this role youll ideally be MCIPS qualified and have extensive experience in a similar role within a multisite, operation led industry such as Power Generation, Manufacturing, or Oil and Gas. It would be great if you had prior experience in one or more of these categories; Industrial Services, Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation, Mechanical / Civils Services, Supply Agreements (MRO, Consumables), Turbines and Rotating Equipment. If you dont have experience in these categories, youll need exceptional technical procurement capabilities that you can effectively transfer to these areas. Youll have strong leadership qualities and a proven track record of driving transformational change within similar organisations. Youll have exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, effectively engaging and collaborating with diverse groups to align on shared goals. Youll be committed to delivering a prompt and efficient service to all stakeholders ensuring their satisfaction and enhancing your relationships across all areas of the business. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a positive impact through strategic leadership and effective communication, then we want to hear from you! Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role youll get: A discretionary bonus depending on company performance Private Healthcare with Vitality SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time Personal accident cover Group personal pension plan where well pay up to 10% Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body Were committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen. At Drax, were committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here. Talk to us about flexible working! How to apply: Think this roles for you? Click the apply now button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If youd like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications