170 Supply Chain Director jobs in London

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Logistics and Supply Chain Director to lead their operations on a fully remote basis. This is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to optimize the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability of the company's global supply chain and logistics functions. You will drive innovation and continuous improvement across all aspects of warehousing, transportation, inventory management, and order fulfillment.

Key responsibilities include designing and executing long-term supply chain strategies that align with business goals. You will manage and oversee all logistics operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods. This includes optimizing warehouse operations, negotiating contracts with carriers and suppliers, and managing inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing holding costs. You will implement advanced supply chain technologies and best practices to enhance visibility, traceability, and efficiency. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders is crucial. Performance management and team leadership are vital components of this role, as you will guide and mentor a remote team of logistics professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, coupled with extensive senior-level experience in logistics and supply chain management. Demonstrable success in developing and implementing strategic supply chain initiatives, managing complex global networks, and driving significant cost savings is required. Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities are vital for success. The ability to thrive in a fully remote environment, lead a distributed team effectively, and make data-driven decisions is paramount. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of our client's supply chain operations.

Procurement Director
Job ID

Posted
20-Aug-2025
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Facilities Management, Purchasing/Procurement
Location(s)
London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Procurement Director to join the team located in London.
You will lead and coordinate the strategic sourcing of services and supplies by CBRE on behalf of a client across all facility management service lines. You will also engage with key personnel on both the CBRE and Client teams as well as interfacing with other CBRE services lines to drive best practice and ensure that CBRE interests are represented.
Role Summary:
Develop, communicate, and manage the execution of global sourcing and procurement strategies to achieve account, platform, and client goals and objectives. Support the Managing Director and Business Unit Leaders in managing annual procurement budget and supplier base of vendors
Coordinate, deploy, and lead a professional sourcing team to support FM/PJM services delivery across the regions for the client
Implement and optimize CBRE procurement technology platforms
Analyzes commodity and service requirements for a real estate portfolio; Creates requests for proposals (RFP) and reviews bids. Creates contract, negotiates terms, and implements services
Analyzes and reviews organization requirements regarding goods, services, supplies, equipment, etc.; Establishes long-term and strategic procurement planning objectives.
In conjunction with the Compliance Team, oversees the supplier certification process, including review of requisite experience, legal and organizational structure, financial strength, and any other Master Services Agreement deliverables outlined within that falls under Sourcing
Ensure the applicable platform and client supply chain policies, processes, procedures for procuring services are deployed globally
Assist in the development and deployment of standardized systems and controls for procurement such as work authorization, purchase, and change order systems
Provide comprehensive bid analysis and award recommendations
Interface with stakeholders to explore leverage opportunities and to ensure compliance with contractual and legal obligations, reporting requirements and independent auditing standards
Participate in significant contract negotiations, and offer historic benchmarking perspectives
Establish requirements and ensure maintenance of centralized filing system and procurement database systems; Audit systems and databases to ensure compliance with standard policies and procedures and documentation requirements
Develop and implement a standardized program management execution methodology and secure competitive pricing for subsequent execution across a broad geography
Integrate regional supplier performance management processes into a globally comprehensive process
Establish and maintain solid customer relationships with both internal and external customer base providing ongoing two-way communications regarding customer satisfaction, concerns, input solicitation and necessary updates
Participates directly or indirectly and supports corporate global sourcing initiatives and processes
Track, report and implement strategies to address diversity spend objectives and sustainability goals
Other duties may be assigned
Experience Required:
Experience in leading procurement strategies within the Facilities Management sector (preferred)
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues; Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles using distinctive style; Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups
Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action
Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles; Ability to calculate complex figures; Ability to forecast and prepare budgets; Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports
Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations
Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment; Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with e-procurement and contracts management technology platforms; Experience with standard accounting and/or ERP systems
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

Our client, a well renound FMCG/Pharma manufacturing organisation are currently seeking a Global Procurement Director for a permanent position within their supply chain division. This role is pivotal in strategically sourcing goods and services globally, developing procurement strategies, and driving operational quality, value, and innovation improvements at the lowest total cost of ownership. You will have the opportunity to put your own stamp on a procuerement function from ground zero!

Key Responsibilities:

• Review segmentation of the global supplier base and develop/implement strategies aligned with the supply chain strategy.
• Collaborate to create and implement local and global category management strategies; lead cross-functional teams in delivery.
• Monitor and analyse the global supply environment; provide feedback on supplier innovation and emerging technologies.
• Work with global planning and finance teams on strategic plans relevant to sourcing, such as make vs. buy analysis.
• Lead the execution of the sourcing strategy to reduce cost, decrease risk, and improve terms via negotiations.
• Drive and develop a partnership strategy with global strategic suppliers to deliver long-term value.
• Manage all aspects of spend throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Develop and lead the contract management process and business relationships for all suppliers globally.

Job Requirements:

• Experienced Procurement Leader at a global or regional director level, ideally within complex, multi-site environments.
• Solid track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation at a global scale.
• Transformation experience in implementing processes, systems, and governance in immature procurement environments.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to deliver tangible value creation.
• Experience and comfort in managing diverse regional agendas while driving alignment to group strategy.
• Proficiency in strategic but hands-on procurement including supplier approvals, sourcing, and cost modelling.
• High calibre, credible, and influential leader; able to engage confidently with the board and executive teams.
• Culturally sensitive and adaptable, capable of uniting local and global priorities.

Benefits:

• Opportunity for career progression to a future CPO-level role.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• International adhoc travel
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you possess the experience and skills to drive procurement excellence on a global scale and are looking for a dynamic and challenging leadership role, our client is eager to hear from you. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career as a Global Procurement Director.

Global Procurement Director
Job ID

Posted
23-Sep-2025
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Purchasing/Procurement
Location(s)
London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
As a CBRE Procurement Director, you will assist with the overall planning and direction of the procurement function. This job is part of the Procurement function. They are responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods, services, or raw materials from vendors and suppliers.
**What You'll Do:**
+ Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
+ Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff.
+ Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
+ Assist with the creation and implementation of company-wide policies and procedures, playbooks, and other organizational materials.
+ Enforce sourcing and procurement strategies to support program, corporate, and client goals and objectives.
+ Develop, communicate, and manage the execution of local and regional sourcing and procurement strategies to support program, corporate, and client goals and objectives.
+ Design, and develop purchasing information systems. Prepare monthly reports of departmental activities, KPIs, and metrics to present to Sr. Management.
+ Manage annual procurement budget and supplier base of vendors.
+ Serve as a liaison between the business and client sourcing, and internal departments.
+ Resolve vendor disputes and develop organization requirements of goods, services, supplies, and equipment.
+ Apply a robust knowledge of multiple disciplines, the business, and key drivers which impact departmental and cross-functional performance.
+ Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization's functional business plans.
+ Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal.
+ Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex, operational, and organizational problems leveraging the appropriate resources within or outside the department.
+ Significantly improves and changes existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline.
**What You'll Need:**
+ Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. C.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility, required.
+ Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
+ Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.
+ Leadership skills to set, manage and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
+ In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
+ Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
+ Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations
**Why CBRE**
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
**Applicant AI Use Disclosure**
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
**EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES**
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CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

Our client is a rapidly growing e-commerce company seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Logistics Operations to lead their supply chain and warehousing functions. This is a critical, fully remote role, enabling you to manage operations from anywhere in the UK. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the logistics network, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of goods to customers. This includes managing relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, optimizing warehouse operations, inventory management, transportation planning, and last-mile delivery strategies. The successful candidate will develop and implement innovative logistics solutions to support the company's ambitious growth objectives.

Key responsibilities include establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) for logistics operations, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead a remote team of logistics professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability. This role requires a deep understanding of supply chain management principles, warehouse automation, freight management, and international logistics. You will work closely with other departments, including procurement, sales, and customer service, to ensure seamless integration of logistics operations with overall business strategy. Strategic planning, budgeting, and cost control are essential components of this role. The remote-first nature of this position necessitates exceptional communication, leadership, and project management skills, leveraging digital tools for effective team management and operational oversight. You will be responsible for identifying and mitigating risks within the supply chain, ensuring business continuity and resilience. Experience with various warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS) is highly desirable. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned logistics leader to make a significant impact on a national scale, driving operational excellence and shaping the future of our supply chain from London, England, UK , and beyond. We are committed to building a high-performing remote team and providing the resources needed for success.

Operations Director

90,000 - 110,000

Full-time, Permanent

Job ID: 37907

Green Energy

Greater London

We have partnered with a market leading organisation driving a greener future, in the Greater London area, specialising in the delivery of smart building and construction solutions who are now looking for an Operations Director to support the organisations sales growth and operational delivery.

Operations Director

Purpose of the Role

The Operations Director will take ownership of all ongoing, and upcoming, delivery projects with a focus on ensuring program timelines are achieved, installations are carried out and that all projects are safely delivered to schedule within budget. This is an opportunity to have control and oversight of the organisations entire delivery function to include Programme Management, Procurement, Installation & Project Management teams whilst working closely with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining vital client relationships.

Operations Director

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the organisation on all major projects, developing strong relationships with all clients and stakeholders.
• Overseeing multiple site operations, ensuring multiple projects are delivered safely whilst maintaining compliance and efficiency
• Owning the end-to-end delivery of all projects, from concept to completion, ensuring major milestones and obligations are achieved whilst mitigating any project or programme risk.
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and project deliverables ensuring they remain aligned with programme expectations.
• Taking responsibilities of procurement and commercial oversight, overseeing the procurement, planning and execution of all equipment and ancillary components.
• Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain cost management, contract compliance and reporting of project finances and budgeting.
• Shaping and executing commercial and delivery strategy ensuring it aligns with the organisation's growth plans.
• Leading health, safety, quality and compliance taking accountability for H&S performance across all sites.

Operations Director

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education:

• Demonstratable experience in leading large-scale construction, building services or other relatable infrastructure projects
• Strong background in all on-site delivery elements such as programme management, procurement, commercial controls and more
• Experienced in construction framework contracts such as NEC, JCT or equivalent would be advantageous
• Must be able to manage multi-disciplinary teams and projects concurrently whilst possessing strong client and stakeholder management skills
• Strong financial literacy and cost-control skills
• Excellent leadership & communication skills

If you are interested in this Operations Director opportunity, please apply now!

Please note that full and permanent right to work in the UK is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. This employer is unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Embracing diversity in all its forms, our client is an equal opportunity employer. They welcome individuals from all walks of life, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

By applying through Green Folk Recruitment, you consent to share your information with our client for recruitment purposes. We handle your data with care, aligning with our privacy policy for recruitment-related activities. Please be informed that all final hiring decisions rests solely with our client. Should you have any inquiries, kindly direct them to Green Folk Recruitment for a transparent and streamlined recruitment experience. Green Folk Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Operations Director - London  

Social Housing - Planned Maintenance  

£(Apply online only)k car & package  

The role: 

To win, direct and deliver through excellent leadership, profitable planned maintenance and refurbishment services to social housing clients. 

Objective: 

For the successful candidate to lead the business through an exciting period of organic growth, taking responsibility for all operational matters reporting to the Managing Director 

Functional Leadership: 

Leader of the business with overall accountability for operational performance – to include functional responsibilities, input to business strategy and business improvement programmes. Responsible for operations from bid support to contract award and mobilisations through contract delivery to final accounts. Key driver of exceptional health & safety and customer satisfaction by delivering best in class services. 

Lead accountability for customer relationships, risk management and project programming as well as business wide delivery performance. Leadership to include resourcing, training and development, coaching and performance management. 

The Person: 

An ambitious and proven senior operator with excellent knowledge of the social housing (planned maintenance) sector with genuine hunger and drive to grow a business. Senior Operational Leadership in a housing planned maintenance contractor is key as is leadership of SMTs and sub-contractor delivery models is key. 

Must have a comprehensive understanding of the ins and outs of providing maintenance services to social housing organisations and experience dealing with stakeholders at all levels from G15 Boards to Asset and Property Services Directors, to Housing and Asset Managers, surveying teams and tenants. 

The business: 

A well established, reputable Tier 1 Contractor who are expanding throughout London and the South East.

Operations Director - London  

Social Housing - Planned Maintenance  

£(Apply online only)k car & package  

The role: 

To win, direct and deliver through excellent leadership, profitable planned maintenance and refurbishment services to social housing clients. 

Objective: 

For the successful candidate to lead the business through an exciting period of organic growth, taking responsibility for all operational matters reporting to the Managing Director 

Functional Leadership: 

Leader of the business with overall accountability for operational performance – to include functional responsibilities, input to business strategy and business improvement programmes. Responsible for operations from bid support to contract award and mobilisations through contract delivery to final accounts. Key driver of exceptional health & safety and customer satisfaction by delivering best in class services. 

Lead accountability for customer relationships, risk management and project programming as well as business wide delivery performance. Leadership to include resourcing, training and development, coaching and performance management. 

The Person: 

An ambitious and proven senior operator with excellent knowledge of the social housing (planned maintenance) sector with genuine hunger and drive to grow a business. Senior Operational Leadership in a housing planned maintenance contractor is key as is leadership of SMTs and sub-contractor delivery models is key. 

Must have a comprehensive understanding of the ins and outs of providing maintenance services to social housing organisations and experience dealing with stakeholders at all levels from G15 Boards to Asset and Property Services Directors, to Housing and Asset Managers, surveying teams and tenants. 

The business: 

A well established, reputable Tier 1 Contractor who are expanding throughout London and the South East.

Operations Director

90,000 - 110,000

Full-time, Permanent

Job ID: 37907

Green Energy

Greater London

We have partnered with a market leading organisation driving a greener future, in the Greater London area, specialising in the delivery of smart building and construction solutions who are now looking for an Operations Director to support the organisations sales growth and operational delivery.

Operations Director

Purpose of the Role

The Operations Director will take ownership of all ongoing, and upcoming, delivery projects with a focus on ensuring program timelines are achieved, installations are carried out and that all projects are safely delivered to schedule within budget. This is an opportunity to have control and oversight of the organisations entire delivery function to include Programme Management, Procurement, Installation & Project Management teams whilst working closely with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining vital client relationships.

Operations Director

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the organisation on all major projects, developing strong relationships with all clients and stakeholders.
• Overseeing multiple site operations, ensuring multiple projects are delivered safely whilst maintaining compliance and efficiency
• Owning the end-to-end delivery of all projects, from concept to completion, ensuring major milestones and obligations are achieved whilst mitigating any project or programme risk.
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and project deliverables ensuring they remain aligned with programme expectations.
• Taking responsibilities of procurement and commercial oversight, overseeing the procurement, planning and execution of all equipment and ancillary components.
• Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain cost management, contract compliance and reporting of project finances and budgeting.
• Shaping and executing commercial and delivery strategy ensuring it aligns with the organisation's growth plans.
• Leading health, safety, quality and compliance taking accountability for H&S performance across all sites.

Operations Director

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education:

• Demonstratable experience in leading large-scale construction, building services or other relatable infrastructure projects
• Strong background in all on-site delivery elements such as programme management, procurement, commercial controls and more
• Experienced in construction framework contracts such as NEC, JCT or equivalent would be advantageous
• Must be able to manage multi-disciplinary teams and projects concurrently whilst possessing strong client and stakeholder management skills
• Strong financial literacy and cost-control skills
• Excellent leadership & communication skills

If you are interested in this Operations Director opportunity, please apply now!

Please note that full and permanent right to work in the UK is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. This employer is unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Embracing diversity in all its forms, our client is an equal opportunity employer. They welcome individuals from all walks of life, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

By applying through Green Folk Recruitment, you consent to share your information with our client for recruitment purposes. We handle your data with care, aligning with our privacy policy for recruitment-related activities. Please be informed that all final hiring decisions rests solely with our client. Should you have any inquiries, kindly direct them to Green Folk Recruitment for a transparent and streamlined recruitment experience. Green Folk Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.