Head of Procurement - Capex in City of London

The Head of Procurement - Capex will lead procurement activities within a firm in the logistics industry, focusing on large capital expenditure projects [50%] and ongoing operational spend [50%]. This role is based in London and requires a strategic mindset to drive value and efficiency in procurement operations. The employer is a large organisation within the Logistics sector, focused on delivering exceptional services and experiences, supported by a robust procurement and supply chain function.

The Head of Category - Capital Projects is responsible for leading the strategic procurement, category management and strategic planning of capital project and company operational expenditure across onshore operational assets, infrastructure, facilities, and equipment within the business. The spend associated with these categories is c. £200m+ p.a. This role ensures the effective planning, sourcing, and delivery of capex projects and industry operations, driving value, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.

The role acts as a key interface between procurement, business operational teams, and finance to optimise investment outcomes and supplier performance.

• Category Leadership: Develop and lead the onshore capital project category strategy and operations category strategy and strategic planning across the business, ensuring alignment with operational and financial goals.
• Strategic Sourcing: Oversee sourcing activities for major onshore capital projects and operations, including tendering, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with senior stakeholders across operations, engineering, finance, and project management to understand requirements and influence decision-making.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships to ensure delivery, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Contract and Risk Management: Ensure robust contract frameworks are in place to manage risk, compliance, and performance across Capex investments.
• Budget and Spend Oversight: Monitor category spend, forecast procurement budgets, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or timelines.
• Governance and Reporting: Ensure procurement governance is maintained across all capital projects and industrial operations supplier interfaces, and provide regular reporting to senior leadership.

A successful Head of Category will deliver:

• Category strategy and supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations
• Stakeholder satisfaction and alignment with business needs
• Risk mitigation and adherence to procurement governance
• Development and execution of long-term category strategies
• Delivery of targeted term agreements with strategic suppliers

Extensive experience in procurement and category management, specifically within capital or asset-intensive environments and industries with significant maintenance and operations focus. Proven track record of leading large-scale sourcing initiatives and managing complex supplier relationships. Strong understanding of capital project lifecycles, engineering requirements, and commercial contracting. Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed organisation. Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic outcomes. Familiarity with procurement processes and systems, data analytics, and performance reporting. Experience in the maritime sector is desirable.

This role will be based in our office in London, and the preference is to attend this office 3-4 times per week. The role will also require travel to our offices in London on a frequent basis of perhaps 2-4 times per month, sometimes requiring an overnight stay.

Degree educated in a relevant discipline or qualification by experience. MCIPS qualified by examination or equivalent relevant qualification.

Job Offer: Competitive salary ranging from £110,000 to £130,000 base + package. Opportunity to work within a large organisation in Logistics. Collaborative and professional working environment. Based in London, a major global hub for business and culture.