Head of Procurement & Planning

Liberty Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing family organisation in the search for a Head of Procurement & Planning to join their senior leadership team. Based in Chichester, paying up to £65,000 with excellent company benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement and supply chain leader to take ownership of strategy, supply chain operations and inventory planning within a successful manufacturing business. The role: Develop and implement procurement strategies, ensuring goods and services are sourced effectively, competitively and on time Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, developing appropriate contingency plans Optimise inventory levels, balancing availability, operational requirements and working capital Work collaboratively across operations, logistics, finance and other functions to improve supply chain performance Utilise ERP systems to improve procurement, inventory management, supplier performance and reporting Lead system and process improvements, ensuring accurate data and greater visibility across the supply chain Manage procurement budgets and identify opportunities to improve cost effectiveness without compromising quality or service Develop and monitor KPIs, using data and insights to drive continuous improvement Contribute to senior-level decision-making, helping to prioritise business initiatives and projects Identify and manage risks relating to supplier performance, market conditions and regulatory requirements About you Proven experience in a senior procurement, planning or supply chain leadership role within a manufacturing environment Strong commercial and supplier management experience, including contract negotiation Excellent understanding of inventory management, forecasting and supply chain planning Confident managing budgets, KPIs and supplier performance Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills This role will suit someone who: Is commercially astute, results-driven and comfortable taking ownership Is confident making critical decisions and influencing at senior leadership level Has a strong focus on systems, processes and operational efficiency Can build collaborative relationships across different areas of a business Has a high level of integrity and professionalism Thrives in a fast-paced and evolving manufacturing environment If you’re an experienced procurement and supply chain leader looking for an opportunity where you can influence both the function and wider business strategy, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group