Group Director of Procurement & Supplier Relationship Management

Competitive Salary + benefits London, SE1 – hybrid working available You will set the vision and lead a high-performing team to deliver a procurement and SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) strategy that underpins our Group’s wider goals. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be a trusted advisor to the Executive Team, shaping decisions that affect thousands of customers and communities. With increasing regulatory requirements, rising expectations on Value for Money and the need to embed social and environmental responsibility into everything we do, this role will ensure procurement is not just a back-office function but a strategic enabler of growth, resilience, and impact. This is your opportunity to shape the function and play a central role in delivering our Group’s mission. You’ll need to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week. What you’ll need * A professional qualification (e.g. MCIPS) and extensive senior procurement experience. * A proven track record of delivering strategic procurement outcomes in complex, large-scale organisations (public, housing, government bodies) * Deep knowledge of procurement regulations, frameworks, and best practice. * Experience managing complex, high-value procurement projects across multiple categories. * Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence at Board level and inspire diverse teams. * A values-led approach, with resilience, pragmatism, and the ability to balance challenge with collaboration. Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered. What we offer * 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays * Two additional paid volunteering days each year * Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly benefits and access to a discount portal * 4x salary life assurance * Up to 10% pension contribution Closing date: 26th October 2025 at midnight. We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of quality applications received. PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer