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Principal Recruitment Consultant | Procurement at Morgan McKinley
Interested in leading procurement transformation within a high-growth, consumer-facing business?
A rapidly growing multi-site retail business is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven Head of Group Procurement to lead the strategic development of a newly established group-wide procurement function.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this high-impact leadership role will shape and drive procurement strategy across diverse categories, delivering value through data-driven decision making, supplier excellence, and cost optimisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement Leadership
* Design and execute a procurement strategy aligned with group-wide commercial and operational objectives.
* Monitor supplier market trends, pricing dynamics, and availability risks – particularly across FMCG and indirect goods categories.
* Champion sustainability and ESG goals through responsible sourcing and long-term supplier partnerships.
Category & Supplier Management
* Oversee procurement across core categories.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments.
* Lead supplier negotiations, performance reviews, and compliance processes, ensuring optimal commercial terms and service levels.
* Foster a proactive, solution-oriented mindset across the function.
Operational Excellence & Compliance
* Implement and refine procurement policies, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency, transparency, and cost-effectiveness.
* Ensure all activities meet regulatory and internal compliance standards.
* Manage the group procurement budget, ensuring delivery of cost savings and value creation.
* Leverage data analytics and KPIs to inform procurement decisions and senior-level reporting.
Candidate Profile:
Key Experience & Skills
* 10 years’ procurement experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment (e.g., retail, convenience, FMCG)
* Deep knowledge of direct and indirect category sourcing, vendor models, and supply chain operations.
* Strong commercial negotiation, supplier relationship, and cost management capabilities.
* Advanced data literacy with hands-on experience using procurement/ERP systems.
* Proven track record managing diverse stakeholders and driving operational improvement.
Leadership Qualities
* Strategic thinker with high emotional intelligence and executive presence.
* Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels – from boardroom to frontline.
* Values-driven leader with a commitment to integrity, accountability, and team development.
Qualifications
* Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
* Professional accreditation (e.g., CIPS) preferred but not essential.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing, Strategy/Planning, and Supply Chain
* Industries
Retail and Food and Beverage Services
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