BD Group is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Procurement to lead and develop our procurement function, ensuring the delivery of compliant, commercially effective, and value-driven procurement activity across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior procurement professional with strong leadership capability, extensive public sector procurement knowledge, and a passion for driving innovation, social value, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, supporting organisational objectives, and ensuring robust governance and best value across all procurement activity.
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Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of BD Group's procurement strategy, policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
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Act as the organisation's lead procurement professional, providing strategic advice and guidance to senior leaders, directors, and stakeholders.
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Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, regulations, and internal governance requirements, including emerging procurement reforms and industry best practice.
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Develop and deliver procurement plans that support organisational priorities, financial sustainability, and long-term business objectives.
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Drive value for money, efficiency, innovation, and social value through all procurement and commercial activities.
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Lead complex procurement projects, contract negotiations, and supplier engagements, ensuring commercial risks are effectively managed.
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Oversee contract and supplier performance frameworks to ensure service quality, compliance, and delivery against agreed outcomes.
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Manage procurement budgets and resources effectively, identifying opportunities for cost savings and service improvements.
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Lead, motivate, and develop the procurement team, creating a high-performing culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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Build strong working relationships with internal departments, external partners, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
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Develop procurement training and awareness programmes to improve commercial understanding and compliance across the business.
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Monitor procurement risks and market developments, ensuring opportunities and challenges are identified and addressed proactively.
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Produce reports, presentations, and performance updates for senior leadership teams and governance boards as required.
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Support organisational transformation projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring procurement contributes effectively to successful outcomes.
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Promote a customer-focused and commercially minded approach across all procurement and contract management activities.
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Significant senior-level procurement experience within a complex organisation.
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Professional procurement qualification (CIPS Level 6 or equivalent) desirable.
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Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations and governance frameworks.
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Proven experience leading complex procurement exercises, tendering activities, and high-value contract negotiations.
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Demonstrable track record of delivering procurement savings, efficiencies, and service improvements.
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Experience developing procurement strategies, policies, and operating models.
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Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, contracts, and supplier performance.
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Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
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Knowledge of social value principles and sustainable procurement practices.
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Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and governance requirements.
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Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and procurement systems.
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Strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness.
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Excellent leadership and people management skills.
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Outstanding stakeholder engagement and influencing abilities.
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Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and provide commercial insight.
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Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong organisational and project management skills.
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Collaborative, resilient, and adaptable approach.
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Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
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Working Pattern: Full Time
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Permanent Position
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Location: Dagenham
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Hybrid working available
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Flexibility required to attend meetings outside normal working hours when required
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Travel may be required across operational sites and partner locations
BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to deliver positive economic, environmental, and social change. We provide a range of high-quality facilities and property services across London and the Southeast, with a strong focus on supporting local communities.
Our mission is to help people live, work, and grow by delivering safe, reliable, and customer-focused services aligned to local needs.
In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package includes:
❤ Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform
❤ Private Medical Insurance
❤ Group Life Assurance
❤ Pension Scheme
❤ 26+ days annual leave
❤ Family-friendly policies supporting work-life balance
❤ Health & wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
❤ Career development and training opportunities
❤ Free on-site parking at our head office
❤ A supportive and collaborative team environment
If you are an experienced procurement leader looking for an opportunity to shape strategy, drive value, and make a meaningful impact within a growing and purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Click 'Apply' to submit your CV and tell us about your relevant skills, experience, and achievements.
