Head of Purchasing UK & Ireland

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At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

We seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Head of Purchasing UK and Ireland to manage critical supplier relationships, drive high-stakes projects, and lead a team of five strategic buyers.

What you'll do:

• Lead procurement across our divisions, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals
• Oversee and optimise our spend portfolio
• Manage and develop a team of strategic buyers, fostering growth and accountability
• Directly manage key supplier relationships for critical raw materials
• Deliver complex procurement projects, including sustainability-led initiatives
• Negotiate contracts and ensure effective supplier performance management
• Work collaboratively within a matrix environment, aligning internal stakeholder priorities
• Drive procurement excellence through cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute to the global procurement strategy
• Identify and implement cost optimisation and long-term value creation opportunities

What you'll have:

• Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier relationship management expertise
• Demonstrated ability in strategic sourcing and category management
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience working in a matrix structure, balancing diverse business needs
• Proficiency in procurement systems, especially Ariba and SAP, is desirable
• Strong commercial mindset with a proactive, strategic approach
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Experience in supplier risk management and performance evaluation

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