Procurement Lead

Job Title: Procurement Lead Location: Derbyshire Permanent: Hybrid Salary: Competitive package SF Recruitment are working with our Derbyshire based client to secure a Procurement Lead to take ownership of a multi-million UK spend across a large and diverse supplier base. This is a key role within the business, focused on establishing structure, driving cost efficiencies, and aligning local procurement activity with a wider global function. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for developing and embedding procurement processes across the UK operation, ensuring materials and services are delivered on time, at the right quality, and at the best possible cost. You will also play a key role in building strong supplier partnerships and supporting wider business objectives through effective sourcing strategies. Key Responsibilities -Develop and implement procurement strategies to support operational and commercial objectives -Lead end-to-end sourcing activity, including RFQs, supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting -Drive cost reduction initiatives and challenge supplier price increases -Manage supplier performance through KPIs, reviews, and continuous improvement plans -Reduce supplier base and optimise total cost of ownership across categories -Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and legal requirements -Support CAPEX procurement and collaborate with global teams on high-value spend -Partner with internal teams including ..... full job details .....