Head of Procurement

Reference: 4822696Job ID: 5410949Posted: 2026-08-21Closing date: 2026-11-18Location: BristolSalary: 95,000 Plus great benefits (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Banking & Financial Services / ProcurementCompany: HaysConsultant: Christopher HarringtonHays office: Reading — Level 5, Block B, Suite 2 Apex, Forbury RoadPhone: 01256 633152Email: View email address on click.appcast.io new company An opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement leader to join a recognised regulated organisation as Head of Procurement.Leading Procurement, Supplier Management, Facilities & Estates, setting strategy, driving operational resilience, and delivering commercial value across a complex third-party landscape.Your new role You'll be responsible for:Defining and delivering the procurement and supplier management strategy.Leading high-performing and established teams.Driving best practice across sourcing, contracts, supplier risk and vendor performance.Supporting operational resilience, regulatory compliance and ESG objectives.Influencing senior executives and Board stakeholders on procurement, risk and commercial decisions.Delivering measurable savings, value and continuous improvement.What you'll need to succeed Significant procurement leadership experience within a regulated environment.Expertise across procurement, outsourcing, supplier management and commercial contracting.Strong knowledge of third-party risk, operational resilience and regulatory governance.Experience leading transformation, change and high-performing teams.Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.A strategic mindset with the ability to influence at Executive and Board level.CIPS qualification (or equivalent) desirable.What you'll get in return Strategic leadership roleBroad remit covering Procurement, Supplier Governance, Facilities and Estates.Opportunity to shape and modernise a critical business function.Hybrid working and excellent flexibility.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4822696 - Christopher Harrington