About the Role
We are recruiting a Head of Procurement to take a capable, largely self-taught buying operation to the next level. Our terms and rebates are strong, and we have built an import model and an own-brand range that have lifted gross margin. What we need now is strategic procurement: sourcing back to the manufacturer, rigour on price as well as terms, repeatable process, and leadership of the team.
The role has two jobs. The first is to lead procurement and supply chain for the core business: planning, purchasing, sourcing, imports and supplier performance. The second is to build the supply chain behind our own certified pipe support system: manufacturing partners working to our specifications, second sources for critical lines, and suppliers taken through testing and certification with us.
Key Responsibilities
1. Team Leadership & Development
You will lead a team of three: a Category Manager, a Buyer / Supply Chain Associate and a Buyer. The team are committed and know the business well, but day-to-day purchasing currently takes all of their capacity, leaving little room for planning, process improvement or supplier development.
Agree a written 90-day handover plan with the Category Manager, with the
Head of Procurement in Dover employer: SF Partners
SF Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and entrepreneurial work culture that prioritises employee development and impact. With ambitious growth plans and a commitment to investing in its people, this Private Equity backed business provides unique opportunities for career advancement, particularly for finance professionals looking to transition into leadership roles. The hybrid working model further enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive place for talented individuals to thrive.
