Chief Procurement Officer

The Chief Procurement Officer will shape and drive the Procurement & Supply Chain strategy for a national transport systems and solutions provider. They will oversee the creation of a shared service purchasing function across several currently disparate teams rationalising spend across maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) - transport / industrial spend, facilities management, property and a full range of corporate services.

Client Details

Our client is a major UK supplier of transport systems. They have a significant number of employees and a national reach. They are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and are known for their commitment to sustainability and aim to create and run a low carbon transport system.

Description

• Develop and implement strategic procurement policies and procedures
• Lead, manage, and optimise the company's procurement & supply chain operations
• Drive cost savings and efficiency improvements
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Provide strategic leadership to the procurement team
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks
• Contribute to the company's sustainability goals through responsible procurement practices

Profile

A successful Chief Procurement Officer should have:

• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or similar field
• Ideally a relevant postgraduate qualification
• Extensive knowledge of procurement principles and procedures
• A range of category experience including maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) - transport / industrial spend, facilities management, property and a full range of corporate services.
• Sector experience related to transport maintenance and services
• Strong leadership and transformation skills
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills
• Ability to develop and implement strategic procurement plans
• Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations
• Commitment to sustainability and responsible procurement practices

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• Discounted travel
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading public transport company
• A culture of innovation and sustainability

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chief Procurement Officer to further their career. Apply now to take the next step in your career.