About The RoleJob Title: Head of Indirect ProcurementLocation: IpswichSalary: CompetitiveHours per week: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per weekRole OverviewWe are currently recruiting for a Head of Indirect Procurement to join our passionate and driven team based at our Ipswich office. Reporting to the Procurement & Fleet Director UK & Ireland, the Head Of Indirect Procurement is a strategic role with primary responsibility for managing the UK & Ireland's Indirect procurement functions and aligning with the procurement strategy.BenefitsInformal hybrid/flexible working arrangements25 days holiday + bank holidaysFree fruit in our officesEmployee Referral Scheme (if you refer a successful candidate to one of our vacancies)Wide range of retail discountsRegular social and charity events are held in our officesGet involved in charity events in the local communityWellbeingDiscounted gym membershipEye test £25 voucher and up to £100 towards glassesJoin our Cycle to Work scheme via salary sacrificeAccess to "CHROMA", our internal colleague-led diversity and inclusion community – join a committee or take part in our D&I initiatives and eventsAccess to internal Mental Health First AidersCareer development and recognitionImmediate access to "Opportunity" our internal Learning and Development platformRequired professional membership fees paid forOpportunity to win monthly Superstar AwardsLong service awardsKey Responsibilities:FunctionalResponsible for providing strong functional leadership to the indirect area of the Procurement department reporting into this role, communicating to those departments the expectations of the business in relation to the business objectives, culture, values, attitudes and behaviours and ensuring that operational policies and practices help drive those appropriately.Support the Procurement Director on creation and implementation of the Procurement strategy and vision which focuses on the reduction of risk and cost whilst providing excellent levels of service to stakeholders.Manage and review budgets including cost-saving initiatives and rebate performance.Work with internal stakeholders to ensure that quality, service and client requirements are considered and applied when negotiating commercial value.Responsible for delivering and reporting on procurement synergy targets on M&A activity.Lead and manage a team to create and execute a category management plan to reduce total cost, improve quality of supply and mitigate risk within the supply chainGeneralAvoid conflict of interests between personal interests and the interests of the UK & Ireland group.Exercise independent judgment, reasonable care, skill and diligence when carrying out their duties.About You:Applicants must have the right to work in the UKNecessaryExperience managing a high-performing team in Indirect procurement.Results-driven with exceptional negotiation skills.Excellent leadership skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively and delegate appropriately.Excellent strategic planning skills.High level of integrity and dependability.Ability to present to and negotiate/influence executive-level stakeholders.Commercially focused.Proven track record of delivery cost reduction through synergyExperience working in M&A ProcurementDesirableCIPS qualificationPrevious experience in senior-level Procurement roles.Core ExpectationsShow flexibility in working arrangements to ensure that a high level of service is delivered.Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentHave a positive and focused attitude when dealing with all colleaguesBe able to take personal responsibilityHave a flexible and positive attitude towards workBe keen to continuously improve own learning and developmentSupport and embed the UK & Ireland group's corporate values.Can-do attitude and promotion of a supportive cultureHow to apply#J-18808-Ljbffr
