Head Of Procurement
CV-LibraryColchester, EssexpermanentPosted: 31 August 2026
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Looking to take the function to the next level — improving visibility and strengthening supplier strategy
Salary:Competitive salary plus package
Working Hours:Full-time, 8.30am – 5.15pm (Monday-Friday)
About the role:
My client is a HVAC wholesale business specialising in air conditioning, ventilation and associated products. As they scale, they need a Head of Procurement to take the function to the next level — improving visibility, strengthening supplier strategy, and helping the business operate more efficiently as it grows. While the role requires regular on-site presence across the sites, they offer flexibility where possible.
What you’ll be doing:
* Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing procurement team and assess the potential of a category management approach / practice
* Own and deliver a procurement strategy that improves stock availability, margin, and supplier performance
* Improve procurement processes, systems, and data to increase visibility and reduce manual activity
* Enable procurement automation to reduce manual processes and labour inefficiency.
* Assist the Supplier Relationship Manager in managing key supplier relationships, driving commercial value through effective negotiation of pricing, rebates, and long-term supply agreements.
* Take ownership of inventory performance, balancing availability, lead times, and working capital
* Expand drop ship and supplier-led fulfilment models
* Work closely with operations and sales to align supply with demand
What you’ll bring:
* Experience leading procurement or supply chain in wholesale, distribution, or technical product environments (HVAC ideal)
* Track record of developing high performing departments and teams
* Strong background in supplier negotiation and global sourcing
* Experience improving procurement processes, systems, or automation
* Confident using ERP systems and data to support decisions
* Experience managing stock, product ranges, and inventory performance including demand planning
* Understanding of imports, lead times, and international supply chains (EU/Asia)
* Commercial mindset with a practical, hands-on approach
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays! (rising with service to a maximum of 28 days)
* Quarterly Bonus Scheme
* BUPA healthcare
* Free on‑site parking
* Car Allowance
* Free snacks, cold drinks, and a seriously good coffee machine
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Dress down Friday's
* Internal recognition scheme
* Monthly Spin The Wheel
* Annual pay reviews & development plans
* Employee pension scheme
* Cycle To Work Scheme
Looking to take the function to the next level — improving visibility and strengthening supplier strategy
Salary:Competitive salary plus package
Working Hours:Full-time, 8.30am – 5.15pm (Monday-Friday)
About the role:
My client is a HVAC wholesale business specialising in air conditioning, ventilation and associated products. As they scale, they need a Head of Procurement to take the function to the next level — improving visibility, strengthening supplier strategy, and helping the business operate more efficiently as it grows. While the role requires regular on-site presence across the sites, they offer flexibility where possible.
What you’ll be doing:
* Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing procurement team and assess the potential of a category management approach / practice
* Own and deliver a procurement strategy that improves stock availability, margin, and supplier performance
* Improve procurement processes, systems, and data to increase visibility and reduce manual activity
* Enable procurement automation to reduce manual processes and labour inefficiency.
* Assist the Supplier Relationship Manager in managing key supplier relationships, driving commercial value through effective negotiation of pricing, rebates, and long-term supply agreements.
* Take ownership of inventory performance, balancing availability, lead times, and working capital
* Expand drop ship and supplier-led fulfilment models
* Work closely with operations and sales to align supply with demand
What you’ll bring:
* Experience leading procurement or supply chain in wholesale, distribution, or technical product environments (HVAC ideal)
* Track record of developing high performing departments and teams
* Strong background in supplier negotiation and global sourcing
* Experience improving procurement processes, systems, or automation
* Confident using ERP systems and data to support decisions
* Experience managing stock, product ranges, and inventory performance including demand planning
* Understanding of imports, lead times, and international supply chains (EU/Asia)
* Commercial mindset with a practical, hands-on approach
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays! (rising with service to a maximum of 28 days)
* Quarterly Bonus Scheme
* BUPA healthcare
* Free on‑site parking
* Car Allowance
* Free snacks, cold drinks, and a seriously good coffee machine
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Dress down Friday's
* Internal recognition scheme
* Monthly Spin The Wheel
* Annual pay reviews & development plans
* Employee pension scheme
* Cycle To Work Scheme