At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a transformation programme in procurement, enhancing processes and team performance.
- Company: High-growth, PE-backed business services group focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hands-on role, and opportunity to drive significant change.
- Other info: 6–12 month interim role based in Essex with strong career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with a focus on transformation.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Procurement Director in relevant sectors.
Interim Procurement Director – Transformation
Essex | £700–800/day | 6–12 Months
A high-growth, PE-backed business services group is seeking an Interim Procurement Director to lead a critical transformation programme across its procurement function. This is a hands-on, high-impact assignment for a proven procurement leader who can hit the ground running from day one.
The Business: £150m+ of managed spend, operating a subcontractor-led delivery model across a labour-intensive supply chain. The organisation is investing in its procurement capability as part of a wider finance and operations transformation agenda.
The Role:
- 6–12 month interim assignment, £700–800/day (IR35 status to be confirmed)
- Based in Essex, 4+ days per week in the office
- Full accountability for procurement strategy, governance and performance across a £150m+ spend base
- Report to the Group CFO
Key Priorities:
- Drive a Procurement transformation programme, improving processes, controls and commercial discipline across a subcontractor-heavy spend base
- Lead and develop a team of 15 procurement professionals
- Partner closely with Operations on supplier onboarding, compliance and risk management
- Develop tax compliance processes, including VAT and off-payroll working (IR35) considerations across the supply chain
- Support a Purchase-to-Pay improvement project, working closely with Finance and IT stakeholders
- Build strong business partnering relationships across the leadership team, embedding procurement as a strategic function
About You:
- A proven Procurement Director with a track record of delivering transformation at pace
- Background in built environment, facilities management, construction or labour-focused contracting essential
- Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) desirable
- Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with full autonomy from the outset
Director of Procurement in Essex employer: Drake Darcy | Horton International - UK
Drake Darcy | Horton International is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in North-West England where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, competitive remuneration, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in finance.
Contact Details:
Drake Darcy | Horton International - UK Recruitment Team
