We are currently hiring a Head of Procurement to lead a team of procurement professionals in delivering a unified procurement strategy that supports manufacturing, programs, compliance, and key business objectives across the full product life cycle. This role requires close collaboration across all business functions to align procurement and supply chain activities with organisational priorities.
In this role, you will provide senior leadership across all supply chain activities within GDMS-UK, driving growth, operational excellence, and transformational change in alignment with the business plan. You will oversee supply chain resources to ensure the organisation has the skills, capabilities, and processes required to achieve financial and strategic objectives. You will also develop and maintain strategic relationships with critical suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships that support shared objectives around cost, delivery reliability, and performance.
This role includes financial oversight of material revenue, departmental overhead, program performance estimates, negotiated savings, and identification of risks and opportunities. You will play a key role in shaping future business opportunities through leadership in the customer tender process. Strong communication and collaboration are essential, as you will align supply chain priorities with business needs while cultivating relationships with senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and strategic suppliers. You will work closely with other senior leaders to ensure long-term alignment on talent development, process improvement, and technology deployment.
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General Dynamics Missions System International
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