Head of Procurement - Senior Procurement Manager - Energy

My client is looking for a senior procurement leader who is excited by the opportunity to build and shape a procurement function within a growing SME. You will lead the development of a group-wide procurement strategy, drive commercial value, strengthen supplier governance, and support ambitious growth plans.

In this strategic role, you will design and implement end-to-end procurement processes, introduce clear governance, manage supply chain risk, and ensure all activity aligns with regulatory, commercial, and sustainability requirements. You'll work closely with the SLT to support high-quality project delivery across capital projects, operational spend, and strategic sourcing.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior procurement professional; you would have experience working in a regulated environment such as energy, utilities, engineering, or construction. You'll bring strong experience in strategy, risk management, governance, supplier relationships, and commercial negotiation, and be comfortable working in a smaller business where you can roll your sleeves up and build capability from the ground up. You will also manage a Procurement Manager and set the standard for best‑in‑class procurement.

What You'll Lead

• Creating and delivering the full category / procurement strategy.
• Driving end-to-end procurement across projects, operations, and CAPEX.
• Introducing robust governance, supplier frameworks, and commercial controls.
• Managing risk, regulatory compliance, and supplier due diligence.
• Leading negotiations, category strategies, and supplier performance.
• Working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and SLT.