372 Procurement jobs in London

Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

SW1A 0AA London, London £85000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a prominent organisation in London, England, UK , is seeking a strategic and visionary Head of Procurement & Supply Chain. This senior leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing robust procurement and supply chain strategies to optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure the reliable sourcing of goods and services. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, fostering strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. You will oversee all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, from category management and contract negotiation to supplier performance management and risk mitigation. This role requires exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of global supply chain dynamics, and a proven ability to drive significant cost savings and improvements. The Head of Procurement & Supply Chain will be instrumental in shaping procurement policies, developing sourcing strategies, and ensuring ethical and sustainable sourcing practices. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to influence organisational performance and drive strategic growth. Key responsibilities include:
  • Developing and executing comprehensive procurement and supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Leading and mentoring a team of procurement and supply chain professionals.
  • Managing the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
  • Identifying and realising cost-saving opportunities and driving supply chain efficiencies.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and strategic partners.
  • Developing and implementing robust supplier performance management frameworks.
  • Mitigating supply chain risks and ensuring business continuity.
  • Driving innovation and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.
  • Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical sourcing standards.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategic procurement initiatives.
  • Extensive experience in category management, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
  • Strong understanding of global supply chain operations and logistics.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven ability to drive significant cost savings and operational improvements.
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Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

WC2B 6NH London, London £80000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking a visionary and strategic Head of Procurement & Supply Chain to lead their global operations from a remote position. This senior leadership role will be responsible for developing and executing a world-class procurement and supply chain strategy that drives cost efficiency, ensures supply continuity, and enhances supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization. You will lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced procurement leader to shape the future of supply chain management within a rapidly growing organisation, operating entirely remotely.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement and supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead and mentor the procurement and supply chain team, fostering talent development and high performance.
  • Oversee strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations.
  • Drive cost reduction and value creation initiatives across all spend categories.
  • Ensure the security and resilience of the supply chain, mitigating risks and ensuring business continuity.
  • Optimize inventory management, logistics, and distribution networks.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure alignment of procurement activities.
  • Implement best-in-class procurement processes and leverage technology to enhance efficiency.
  • Monitor market trends, identify potential supply chain disruptions, and develop contingency plans.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical standards.
Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing successful procurement strategies in complex global organisations.
  • Extensive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier negotiation.
  • Strong understanding of supply chain planning, logistics, and risk management.
  • Excellent leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive significant cost savings and process improvements.
  • Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
  • Experience working effectively in a remote team environment is essential.
This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility. The compensation package is highly competitive, reflecting the strategic importance of this role.
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Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

EC1A Islington, London OM Search Consultants LTD

Posted 15 days ago

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OM Search Consultants is proud to represent an innovative, privately owned organisation on their search for a strategic, customer focussed individual to join the business as their Head of Procurement and supply chain.

The business has a reputation for delivering high quality products, a commitment to excellence and a rapid reliable service.

This is a great opportunity to join a thriving business, using their international platform to make a real impact and build relationships.

As the Head of Procurement and Supply Chain, you will be responsible for adding value through strategic supplier relationships and ensuring effective operational delivery.

The role requires building strong partnerships with senior stakeholders and clients to support business growth, whilst ensuring the highest standards of commercial governance and performance across complex programmes.

Reporting to the Managing Director, this position will focus on leading negotiations on major packages to secure optimal commercial and contractual arrangements, whilst building relationships that impact sales and margin growth.

RequirementsStrong background in procurement and supply chain management within Distributions, Manufacturing or Healthcare industry.Significant experience of managing complex contracts, subcontracts, and major supplier agreements.Proven ability to lead teams and manage procurement across multiple projects simultaneously.Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience working across complex organisations.Strong commercial acumen, with experience in cost modelling, financial analysis, audits, and forecasting.Demonstrated ability to deliver innovation and value through supplier relationships.Benefits

Salary of £70,000- £90,000 depending on experience.

A comprehensive benefits package.

An opportunity to take on a senior role within a highly specialised sector, delivering long-term programmes of national importance.

This is a permanent role offering the chance to shape procurement and supply chain strategy at a senior level, while driving performance and value across complex projects.

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Senior Procurement Manager - Global Supply Chain

WC1A 0AA London, London £60000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 19 days ago

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Our client, a leading international conglomerate with a diverse portfolio of businesses, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Procurement Manager to oversee and optimize their global supply chain operations. This critical role will be fully remote, allowing you to work from any location within the UK, and offers the chance to shape procurement strategies on a global scale.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement effective procurement strategies to support the company's strategic objectives, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement processes for a wide range of goods and services, including sourcing, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
  • Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers globally, conducting due diligence and ensuring compliance with ethical and sustainability standards.
  • Lead complex contract negotiations with key suppliers, securing favourable terms and conditions.
  • Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs and take corrective action where necessary.
  • Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and supply chain optimization.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand their procurement needs and ensure alignment with business goals.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaborative partnerships.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant procurement policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Manage and mitigate supply chain risks, developing contingency plans.
  • Mentor and guide junior members of the procurement team.
  • Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, savings achieved, and supplier performance.
Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree or relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIPS) is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with a proven track record of managing complex global sourcing projects.
  • Extensive experience in contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing.
  • Strong understanding of global supply chain dynamics, logistics, and international trade regulations.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decision-making in a remote environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in driving cost savings and process improvements within procurement functions.
  • A proactive and strategic thinker with a commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability.
This is a significant opportunity to lead strategic procurement initiatives for a diverse global organization and drive tangible value through effective supply chain management. The role is associated with the London, England, UK office, but is a fully remote position.
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Third Party and Outsourcing Apprentice - (Level 4 Procurement and Supply Chain)

London, London PIC

Posted 21 days ago

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About PIC

Pension Insurance Corporation (“PIC”) provides secure retirement incomes through comprehensive risk management and excellence in asset and liability management, as well as exceptional customer service. Our purpose is to pay the pensions of our current and future policyholders. We achieve our purpose by setting Companywide strategic objectives and driving a healthy culture based on our PIC Values of Resilient, Adaptable, and Loyal.

We're looking for a motivated apprentice to join our Third Party and Outsourcing team. Our Third Party and Outsourcing team is responsible for managing the relationships and risks associated with external suppliers and service providers. You'll be working towards a Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4 qualification, while gaining hands-on experience and support from a friendly, expert team.

Role purpose

To provide administrative support to your hosting team, as well as develop knowledge of PIC and how it operates to fulfil its purpose within a dual regulated financial services environment. The opportunity to develop transferable skills and experience through a structured apprenticeship programme applied in a corporate environment.

This role offers a blend of practical experience and structured learning.

Our Company values and Conduct Rules are expected to be reflected in the delivery and performance of every role.

Conduct Rules

  • You must act with integrity
  • You must act with due skill, care and diligence
  • You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators.
  • You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly.
  • You must observe proper standards of market conduct
  • You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers

PIC operates within the financial services industry and, therefore, is regulated by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) and the PRA (Prudential Regulation Authority). It is a requirement for all PIC employees to demonstrate a good understanding of the regulatory framework and how it applies to the Company.

Requirements

Specific accountabilities assigned to the role of the Apprentice:

The responsibilities of the Apprentice will flex up and down depending on the level of the apprenticeship programme agreement and the business area / function within PIC assigned to provide support to. The following list is indicative and not exhaustive:

  • Accessing Microsoft Office to schedule meetings between colleagues internally with the expectation of the Apprentice requesting information from the attendees to enable them to draft meeting agendas and producing minutes of the meeting / capture salient points and actions from the meeting.
  • Supporting colleagues and business managers in the preparation of documentation for various internal meetings in accordance with the relevant processes and internal governance.
  • Inputting data into systems, accessing reports and providing information to colleagues as appropriate to support the efficient and effective performance of the team.
  • Documenting tasks and actions and communicating these to the relevant colleagues and/or inputting information into the appropriate systems in a timely and accurate manner. Setting reminders to follow up and close out actions in line with agreed deadlines.
  • Reviewing and providing an initial analysis and interpretation of the data to demonstrate learning and understanding of the work performed by the team and function and how it supports PIC achieve its strategic priorities.
  • Demonstrating knowledge and competence in their learning and exposure to tasks and internal meetings through curious questioning and undertaking their own research into business concepts and terminology, as appropriate

To meet the requirements of the apprenticeship programme you will need to spend 20% of your time undertaking off-the-job learning, which will include:

  • Formal training, including online learning and internal learning events.
  • 1-2-1s with your coach and line manager.
  • Observing and shadowing colleagues.
  • Writing up learning reflections for your portfolio.

Desirable personal attributes aligned to what success looks like in the role:

  • Self-motivation – curious, willing to learn and driving your own learning and development.
  • Feedback receptiveness – listening to and acting on constructive feedback.
  • Goal setting – understanding personal and professional development goals.
  • Innovative thinker – positive attitude to change and a willingness to embrace new ideas and techniques to improve performance.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary and the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan, upon joining us here at Pension Insurance Corporation, you will get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, 28 days' annual leave (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme and much more.

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Supply Chain Manager

London, London Cpl Life Sciences

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Supply Chain Manager 18 Month contract London Up to £300 a day What are we looking for: Primary skill - Account Delivery Management - Secondary skill - Business Operation Management Skill Required: Supply Chain - Account Delivery Management Roles and Responsibilities: In this role you are required to do analysis and solving of moderately complex problems. Typically creates new solutions, leveraging and, where needed, adapting existing methods and procedures. The person requires understanding of the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals. Primary upward interaction is with direct supervisor or team leads. If you are interested please apply or send your CV to
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Supply Chain Director

London, London Pro-Recruitment Group

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Director, Supply Chain | C. £110,000 Benefits | Permanent | London | Hybrid For one of the UKs leading Housing Associations, we’re recruiting their Supply Chain Director. Reporting to the CFO, this is a key leadership role leading the strategic transformation of Supply Chain management across the organisation. The Supply Chain Director will lead a central team of 4, whilst working strategically with the wider Heads of Procurement and Commercial teams to set the Supply Chain strategy, and develop, embed, and continuously improve the Supply Chain framework across 4000 suppliers and £1.5Bn spend. Main Duties: Leading and setting the strategic plan for Supply Chain, operating within a ‘hub and spoke’ model Lead the development of a robust category management approach (which will be delivered by ‘spokes’) to streamline vendor relationships and reduce risk Develop Group-wide Supply Chain framework (end-to-end), ensuring alignment to corporate strategy, legislation and category management Ensure Supply Chain framework is embedded, and subject to continuous improvement Apply data and insight to inform and drive decision-making across spend landscape, supplier rationalisation, and efficiency savings across the Supply Chain framework Utilise data to identify and evaluate emerging Supply Chain trends, opportunities and best-practices, and drive continuous improvement Lead horizon scanning for new legislation, policy and procedures, and ensure the organisation adapt in alignment with corporate strategy and strategic risk Partner with Strategy and Performance and OD teams to ensure SOPs and training is rolled out across the Supply Chain framework Embed a culture of communication and collaboration practices between the Supply Chain ‘hub’ and Commercial ‘spokes’. Leadership, management and coaching of Supply Chain ‘hub’ team Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to embed the Supply Chain framework, and report and update on performance, and challenges to leadership team Person Specification: Proven track record in senior supply chain leadership roles with a deep understanding of category management, risk and compliance Expert in supply chain tech (e.g., ERP) and deep Public Sector procurement and Regulatory experience Track record of leading and developing high-performing teams MCIPS / CSCP highly desirable as is Advanced Practitioner status for the Procurement Act 2023
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Supply Chain Manager

London, London Dalkia UK

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It’s an exciting time to join Dalkia. As a leading Technical Facilities Management Company who maintain buildings for our clients nationwide, we remain on track to deliver a successful year and our business is growing. There is a real, positive buzz around our brand in our highly competitive marketplace. Our success speaks volumes for our culture and the commitment of our people, who embody that positive, can-do, service led approach that brings real shape and character to our business. We’re now looking for a Supply Chain Manager based out of our London or Birmingham office to provide supply chain management and support in our fast paced, growing facilities management business. Reporting directly into our Head of Procurement, this is a brand new role so you’ll really have the chance to make it your own. Summary of Responsibilities: Align the supply chain strategy with the company’s needs to ensure the business is provided best in class suppliers at competitive rates, to enhance our overall service offering to our customers Support the delivery of profit improvement for our clients through better buying Increase preferred supplier framework agreements Provide supply chain nominations for category management through adopting best in class procurement practices throughout the business Analyse spend data to rationalise the supply chain, optimise the use of preferred suppliers and track progress to ensure targets are achieved Arrange and attend supplier days to capture innovation and deliver Dalkia’s expectations, both for Procurement and individual contracts, creating a template and agenda and providing support where required Create a business wide SRM strategy, providing templates, structure and support Capture and report on performance of the supply chain Support corrective action plans Produce reports on growth & reward schemes, increased use of preferred suppliers and rationalisation of the supply chain benefits, to be communicated to the business Take ownership of supplier onboarding processes and acceptance criteria All other areas surrounding procurement tasks To be successful in the role you will have: A procurement supply chain background in facilities management or similar service outsourcing business Intermediate Excel skills inc. pivot tables, v look ups, formulas – to be assessed as part of the selection process Experience of Power Bi Reporting Strong analytical skills Excellent stakeholder management skills CIPS Level 4 We offer: Flexible working arrangements Competitive salary Pension 6-8% match Life Insurance Private Medical Insurance 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays with ability to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year Flexible Benefits scheme Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support on all lifestyle matters Recognition programmes At Dalkia, we are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ensure that every applicant is treated fairly and respectfully throughout our selection process. If you require any adjustments, please inform us in confidence. Our talent acquisition team is here to assist you
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Supply Chain Analyst

Greater London, London Vertical Advantage

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Supply Chain Analyst | Food FMCG Start-Up | West London | 1–4 Years’ Experience

We are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst to join our client a fast-growing food FMCG business based in West London, currently experiencing strong growth and expanding our operations across the UK.


This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and analytically minded individual looking to develop their career within a high-growth consumer goods environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse supply chain data to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and service improvement
  • Support demand planning, inventory management, and logistics performance reporting
  • Collaborate with procurement, production, and commercial teams to ensure product availability and smooth operational flow
  • Develop and maintain forecasting tools, KPIs, and performance dashboards
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of supply chain processes and systems


Candidate Profile:

  • 1–4 years of experience in a supply chain, logistics, or operations role (FMCG experience desirable)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Excel (experience with Power BI or similar tools advantageous)
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business environment
  • Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively


What's on offer:

  • The opportunity to join a rapidly expanding, innovative food business
  • Exposure to all aspects of the supply chain with clear opportunities for growth and development
  • Hybrid working 2-3 days a week in the office


Salary from £30,000 - £40,000 + bonus and shares


Sponsorship is not available for this position, apply now for more details.

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Supply Chain Manager

London, London Cpl Life Sciences

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Supply Chain Manager

18 Month contract

London

Up to £300 a day

What are we looking for:

Primary skill - Account Delivery Management -

Secondary skill - Business Operation Management

Skill Required: Supply Chain - Account Delivery Management


Roles and Responsibilities: In this role you are required to do analysis and solving of moderately complex problems.

Typically creates new solutions, leveraging and, where needed, adapting existing methods and procedures.

The person requires understanding of the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals.

Primary upward interaction is with direct supervisor or team leads.


If you are interested please apply or send your CV to

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