Details:
- Salary: £58,000 - 63,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Kent
- Date: 41 minutes ago
Description:
This Public Sector organisation are seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Head of Procurement to lead and develop our procurement strategy, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective goods and services that support outstanding patient care and operational excellence.
Client Details
You will take overall responsibility for procurement across the organisation, driving value, efficiency, and compliance. You will develop and implement a forward-thinking procurement strategy aligned to the strategic plan and commercial vision, while building strong partnerships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Description
Lead all procurement activity across the organisation, ensuring value, quality, and compliance
Develop and deliver a procurement strategy that supports organisational objectives
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiating high-value contracts
Implement robust procurement policies, governance, and performance frameworks
Drive cost efficiencies and continuous improvement across procurement operations
Support budget planning and provide expert commercial advice to senior stakeholders
Lead, develop, and inspire the procurement team
Oversee supplier performance, risk management, and contract compliance
Profile
Proven experience in a procurement role within the Public Sector
Demonstrable leadership of a procurement or purchasing function
Strong commercial and financial acumen
Excellent negotiation, communication, and influencing skills
Experience managing high-value contracts and tender processes
MCIPS qualification (or equivalent experience) desirable
Job Offer
Competitive salary ranging from £58,000 to £63,000 per annum.
27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities
Excellent Life Assurance benefit
Free parking
Subsidised eye tests
Free Flu vaccinations
Subsidised on site RestaurantIf you are an experienced procurement professional looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for the Head of Procurement role today