Interim Head of Indirect Procurement

Job Title: Interim Head of Indirect Procurement (6-Month Contract) Location: Tamworth (Hybrid Working – 2 days onsite) Contract Type: Fixed-Term (6 Months) Day Rate: £750-£850 per day (Inside IR35) Position Overview Are you a strategic procurement professional ready to make a real impact on a short-term basis? We're looking for an Interim Head of Indirect Procurement to lead key initiatives that drive value, improve efficiency, and support innovation across procurement operations during a 6-month engagement. This is a hybrid role, offering a blend of remote and on-site work. Key Responsibilities In this leadership role, you will: Deliver cost-reduction initiatives for region-specific commodities and services not covered by central procurement. Support broader European procurement strategies through data analysis and collaboration. Review and optimize procurement team structure to drive cost-efficiency and effective spend management. Lead, support, and develop a high-performing team to ensure delivery of key objectives. Conduct supplier management reviews aligned with corporate standards. Maintain open communication with stakeholders through structured business reviews. Oversee the deployment and continuous improvement of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platform (Coupa), and manage vendor onboarding and contracts. Partner with regional finance teams to track and report on KPIs related to spend, supplier performance, and procurement effectiveness