Head of Procurement

We are seeking an experienced Head of Procurement to lead procurement operations within a fast-paced, technology-driven manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can balance the tactical demands of day-to-day purchasing with the bigger-picture strategy required to strengthen supplier performance, improve material availability, manage risk, and support business growth. The Head of Procurement will directly lead a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers while overseeing supplier relationships, sourcing strategy, MRP-driven purchasing, cost management, and procurement execution. The ideal candidate will come from a technology or technically complex manufacturing environment and have experience supporting products involving electronics, electronic components, PCBAs, metal fabrication, and related manufacturing materials . What You’ll Do Lead, manage, and develop a team of approximately four Buyers and Senior Buyers. Establish individual and departmental goals, monitor performance, and provide ongoing coaching and development. Manage both tactical purchasing activities and broader procurement strategy. Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies based on current and forecasted material requirements. Oversee MRP-based purchasing, planning, and procurement execution. Identify, evaluate, qualify, and manage suppliers and vendors. Support procurement of electronic components, PCBAs, fabricated metal components, and other production materials. Negotiate pricing, lead times, contracts, commercial terms, and supplier agreements. Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and contractual requirements. Develop and monitor procurement and supplier KPIs. Conduct supplier assessments, performance reviews, and risk evaluations. Partner with suppliers to address shortages, delivery issues, quality concerns, and other performance challenges. Develop and evaluate supplier recovery, corrective, and preventive action plans. Monitor supplier capacity, lead times, market conditions, and potential supply chain disruptions. Manage procurement budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings and cost reduction. Ensure purchased materials and services meet required specifications, quality standards, and delivery commitments. Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Planning, Logistics, and other internal stakeholders. Provide visibility into supplier performance, material risks, procurement challenges, and recovery plans. What We’re Looking For 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or a related function. Previous experience directly managing and developing procurement or supply chain professionals. Experience managing Buyers, Senior Buyers, Purchasing Specialists, or similar personnel. Ability to operate both tactically and strategically within a procurement organization. Experience working within a technology-driven or technically complex manufacturing environment . Working knowledge of electronic components and PCBAs . Exposure to metal fabrication, fabricated components, machining, or similar manufacturing processes . Experience with MRP-driven purchasing and material planning . Strong supplier relationship and supplier performance management experience. Experience negotiating supplier pricing, contracts, lead times, and commercial terms. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to operate effectively in a highly deadline-driven environment where material availability and delivery commitments are critical. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Education Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, or similar credentials are a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr RecruitAbility Ltd