Head of Procurement

Head of ProcurementHull - office basedSalary: £38,000 to £50,000 (depending on experience)Reporting to: Board of DirectorsAbout the CompanyWe are a growing and well-established business specialising in fixings, fasteners, and ironmongery, supplying a broad customer base across multiple sectors. With a strong reputation for quality and service, we are now looking to strengthen our leadership team as we continue to expand.About the RoleThis is a key, hands-on leadership role overseeing all procurement activity, combining day-to-day buying with improvements in supplier management, stock control, and cost efficiency. You ll work closely with the Board to protect margin, improve stock performance, and support growth.Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement and Buying Manage day-to-day purchasing across core product rangesMaintain stock levels to meet demand while minimising excessRaise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely deliveryMonitor market trends and material costs to inform buying decisions Supplier Management Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and overseas suppliersNegotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreementsSource and onboard new suppliers to improve cost and availabilityMonitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, reliability) Cost Control and Margin Improvement Drive cost-saving initiatives and improve gross marginBenchmark pricing and review market competitivenessWork with Sales to align pricing with current costsAssess UK vs import ..... full job details .....