We are looking to offer a Head of Procurement the opportunity to join our expanding Plant & Fleet team based in Castleford.

As a Head of Procurement you will be part of our commitment to deliver what we promise for our clients, within the leading essential infrastructure services provider operating within the UK & Ireland.

Does this sound like a role for you? Read more…

About M Group Services Plant and Fleet and your team

With 8 depots across the UK, M Group Services Plant & Fleet Solutions provide innovative plant and fleet asset management solutions across M Group Services. We provide our business with more than 9,000 vehicles and over 25,000 owned or externally hired plant assets.

Our team has grown rapidly and we are responsible for the supply and management of specialist equipment and vehicles, supplying the Water, Energy, Transport, Data and Telecommunication sectors.

Who you are?

Do you have experience controlling all processes of a company’s purchasing operations?

As the Head of Procurement you will strictly follow regulations and compliance securing the reputation of the organisation. As well as, being responsible for alignment of the purchasing plan with the goals of the company.

Do you like a challenge? Are you keen to develop your skills and enjoy finding solutions?

If you want to make a difference working with a supportive team environment, we would be pleased to hear from you.

As the Head of Procurement, you’ll get the opportunity to:

• Confirm final approval before the procurement department proceeds to buy the essential goods and services
• Reviewing and updating supply chain practices in line with company policies, standards, laws and regulations
• Negotiating terms and prices with suppliers and freight companies, monitoring and assessing their performance and maintaining cost-effective practices
• Analysing the supply chain data and solving any issues or putting alternative plans in place
• Identifying and minimising risk by predicting the demand for products and adopting new technology with no interruption to the process
• Achieving diversity in the number and characteristics of suppliers serving the organization.
• Ensuring that all supplies or services will be delivered promptly
• Creation & maintenance of a procurement plan to reduce costs.
• Select the appropriate suppliers, ensure supplier performance, and make sure that the procurement policies and regulations meet the external and internal compliance required by the company.
• Communication with suppliers to build a long-term relationship
• Plan policies and procedures for efficiently, honestly, economically and productively purchasing goods & services for the operation
• Monitor, review and analyse bids and quotes with suppliers, including the negotiation of service agreements and contracts
• Establish essential guidelines for approving purchase orders, set purchasing policies, budget for materials
• Oversee sources for purchasing supplies.
• Guides the team when managing procurement projects
• Direct, manage and carry out recruitment of team members, subject to agreed criteria
• Train and appraise team members to ensure targets are met
• Direct and manage the performance and development of team members
• Delegate authority and responsibility to team with supervision, accountability and review
• Adhere to all organisation policies and procedures
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations.

What you’ll bring?

• Detailed procurement knowledge of asset management
• Able to articulate clearly market conditions and background
• Understanding of underlying matrices CPI/RPI and other metrics
• Engagement at senior level with OEM’s and Manufacturers
• In-depth knowledge of regulations and compliance.
• Assertive with strong communication skills
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Extensive field knowledge
• Extensive working experience within the purchasing departments of an appropriate industry
• Skilled in strategic sourcing, project management, decision-making, negotiation, and price analysis.
• Front runner in the field of procurement
• Good collaboration skills
• Good knowledge of the market, in addition to current prices and fair rates for goods

What’s in it for you?

25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays
Discretionary annual bonus
Contributory Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Access to a wide range of discounts and special offers through our online rewards platform
Private health care
Company car/ car allowance and fuel card