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Procurement Director

Automotive / Service Sector

Greater Manchester

Permanent ⁄ £55000 - £65000

Updated August 5, 2008


This is a new position being created to centralise and control the procurement function of a national automotive / service sector organisation with an annual turnover of over £150m. The role will take responsibility for all direct and indirect spend sourcing finished products from manufactures and distributing via warehouses to outlets and competitors. Due to the lack of a controlled procurement function the Procurement Director will be required toundertake a complete supply chain review and drive corrective actions / change management throughout the organisation.This will be a very hands on role where it is necessary to investigate operational processes but also plan at a strategic level.

Who we're looking for
The ideal candidate will be MCIPS qualified (or working towards) and have a proven track record within a senior procurement role. You will have been involved in setting up procurement functions or making significant changes and improvements to existing processes. Possessing excellent communication skills you will have the ability to influence internal stakeholders and drive through process and cultural change. Capable of operating at a strategic level you will be required to and be able to demonstrate you can negotiate national agreements.

About our client
Our client is a national retail organisation.

What's on offer
£55,000 to £60,000

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 161 828 6348 .  Job Ref: 12993786
Your application will be sent to Ian Hewitt.

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