head of procurement

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 Client:
 
 $100mm Division of $20B (International Food Company)
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Chicago, IL (Hybrid)...close to train station
 
 
 
 Title:
 
 Head of Procurement
 
 
 
 Pay:
 
 $80 - $100 per hour
 
 
 
 Duration:
 
 6+ months
 
 
 
 Contract to Hire Optional:
 
 Yes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 The
 
 Head of Procurement
 
 is a key strategic leader responsible for sourcing ingredients, packaging, and materials needed to support large-scale food production and distribution. This role develops procurement strategies, manages supplier partnerships, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives cost savings and operational efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
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 Build and execute procurement strategies that ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of raw materials and packaging
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 Negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and evaluate vendor performance
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 Monitor market trends to uncover savings opportunities and improvement initiatives
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 Conduct risk assessments and establish contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
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 Prepare and manage procurement budgets, forecasts, reporting, and long-term planning
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 Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal specifications
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 Partner with Quality and R&amp;D teams to maintain accurate ingredient and packaging requirements
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 Lead sustainability-focused procurement efforts aligned with company goals
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 Experience
 
 
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 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, ideally within food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods
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 Demonstrated success in vendor management, contract negotiation, and sourcing strategy
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 Experience with food safety regulations
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 Prior leadership experience overseeing procurement initiatives at a senior or director level
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 Education
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Food Science, or related field required
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 MBA or advanced degree preferred
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Head of Procurement

Lalit Rohr Fittings Pvt. Ltd.

Role OverviewHead of Procurement will lead all company sourcing and purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective acquisition of raw materials, primarily steel and related industrial inputs. This role requires strategic oversight of supplier relationships, contract negotiations and inventory management.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with global and local suppliers to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely supply of steel and other raw materials.</li><li>Lead supplier performance management, including audits, KPIs, and continuous improvement plans.</li><li>Collaborate closely with production, finance, and logistics to align procurement with manufacturing needs and schedules.</li><li>Oversee purchase order processing, contract management, and supplier risk assessments.</li><li>Monitor market trends in steel and raw materials to anticipate price changes, supply risks, and new sourcing opportunities.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members to build a high-performing organization.</li><li>Manage procurement budgets and contribute to cost reduction initiatives.</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Strategic thinking and commercial acumen</li><li>Integrity and ethical decision-making</li><li>Strong supplier relationship management</li><li>Cost optimization and process improvement</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: &#8377;800,000.00 - &#8377;1,500,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person

Capita

<div>As part of Capita&rsquo;s ongoing transformation and commitment to procurement excellence, the Procurement Operations Manager will build and lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering competitive tenders, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the continuity of operational procurement support across Divisional requirements. A key initial priority will be to support the design, build, and successful transition of procurement activities into a centralised shared services model, enabling greater efficiency, consistency, and scalability across the function.
 
This role is pivotal in supporting strategic sourcing activities, maintaining supplier performance standards, and embedding best practices across procurement operations. You will be instrumental in developing team capabilities, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring procurement operations align with Capita&rsquo;s global procurement strategy.
Job title:
Head of Procurement
Job Description:
As Procurement Operations Manager, you will:
<ul><li>Lead a team focused on operational procurement delivery, including competitive tendering, supplier onboarding, and supplier compliance.
</li><li>Ensure procurement processes are executed efficiently and in alignment with Capita&rsquo;s sourcing policies and governance frameworks.
</li><li>Support strategic sourcing teams by providing data analysis, and supplier performance feedback.
</li><li>Champion supplier relationship management practices, ensuring consistent engagement and performance monitoring with customer related contractual committments.
</li><li>Develop and mentor a learning team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
</li><li>Collaborate with category managers and divisional stakeholders to ensure procurement operations support broader business goals.
</li></ul>Key Accountabilities
<ul><li>Manage end-to-end tendering processes (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs), ensuring transparency, competitiveness, and compliance in alignment with agreed customer SLAs.
</li><li>Implement and maintain procurement operational KPIs, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms.
</li><li>Support supplier performance reviews and risk assessments in collaboration with category leads.
</li><li>Drive process improvements across procurement operations, leveraging technology and automation where applicable.
</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing operational team, providing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
</li></ul>Key Activities
<ul><li>Execute and manage core procurement processes with structured documentation and stakeholder alignment for transactional quoting.
</li><li>Maintain supplier databases, contract repositories, and compliance records in alignment with our supplier management framework.
</li><li>Conduct supplier performance tracking and escalate issues as needed.
</li><li>Facilitate procurement training and onboarding for new team members and stakeholders.
</li><li>Collaborate with functional teams to ensure procurement operations meet audit and regulatory requirements.
</li><li>Support procurement transformation initiatives, including process standardisation and digital enablement.
</li></ul>Location:
Pune
,
India
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent</div>

Head of Procurement & Commercial

AL ZAABI GROUP

Experience Required:Minimum 8&ndash;10 years of experience in procurement and supply chain, with at least 4&ndash;5 years in the Abu Dhabi market, preferably within the building materials, construction, or trading industry.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end procurement operations including sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management.</li><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost efficiency and timely availability of materials.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.</li><li>Analyze market trends, material costs, and supplier performance to ensure competitive pricing.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.</li><li>Collaborate with project, finance, and logistics teams to align procurement with operational needs.</li><li>Lead and mentor the procurement team to enhance performance and efficiency.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).</li><li>Strong network and market knowledge within Abu Dhabi.</li><li>Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.</li><li>Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office.</li><li>Valid UAE driving license preferred.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED12,000.00 - AED16,000.00 per month

Head of Procurement-Building Materials Division

Franke Group

<div>
 
 About Franke
 
 
 We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow&rsquo;s demands.
 
 
 
 About The Job
 
 
 Our Global Procurement team is looking for an experienced and strategic leader to drive procurement activities across
 
 Eastern Europe and T&uuml;rkiye
 
 in line with our global procurement strategy. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer of the Franke Group in Switzerland, this role is part of the Global Central Procurement organization.
 
 
 A key deliverable of this role is to exploit the supplier market in T&uuml;rkiye and in the Eastern European countries to the benefit of the various Franke businesses. This will include the identification, validation, and contracting of suppliers across different countries, categories and product groups. The role also includes leading procurement operations in T&uuml;rkiye and managing the local Procurement team in T&uuml;rkiye.
 
 
 The position is based at our Manisa plant (where we manufacture hoods) in T&uuml;rkiye and requires regular travel.
 
 
 
 
 Your tasks
 
 
 
 
 Business Leadership, Management &amp; Coordination
 
 
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 Define and execute sourcing strategies in Eastern Europe and T&uuml;rkiye, aligned with Franke&rsquo;s global procurement and product category strategies.
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 Develop a strong, high-quality supplier base and share insights on key categories, supplier alliances, and market trends.
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 Assess and qualify suppliers, ensuring compliance with Franke&rsquo;s standards for quality, safety, and ethics.
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 Co-lead supplier selection and category management with Global Procurement and Product Category Management.
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 Manage supplier performance, resolve production and quality issues, and ensure continuity of supply.
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 Lead cross-functional initiatives and support integration of processes and technologies across the organization.
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 Drive business performance through accurate reporting, budgeting, spend analysis, and cost control.
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 Promote internal and external benchmarking and best practices to enhance procurement processes.
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 Lead, develop, and support the local procurement team in T&uuml;rkiye.
 
 
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 Governance &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Ensure all procurement activities comply with Franke Group policies and local regulatory requirements.
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 Define and implement procurement policies and procedures for Eastern Europe and T&uuml;rkiye.
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 Ensure clear accountability for compliance across the team and operations.
 
 
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 Stakeholder Relationship Management
 
 
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 Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key suppliers.
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 Support strategic supplier alliances and ensure transparent communication.
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 Represent procurement in cross-functional initiatives and leadership discussions.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 Education &amp; Qualifications
 
 
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 Master&rsquo;s in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent preferred
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 Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus
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 Exposure to executive development or specialist procurement programs; CIPS or similar affiliations are an advantage
 
 
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 Core Competencies
 
 
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 Strong strategic thinking and business case development
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 Proven ability to lead change, solve problems, and make sound decisions
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 Skilled in developing sourcing and supplier strategies based on data and business needs
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 High emotional intelligence and leadership capabilities
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 Strong stakeholder alignment and cross-functional collaboration
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
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 10+ years in business management, including 5+ years in senior procurement roles
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 Track record in strategic sourcing and supplier development in Eastern Europe and/or T&uuml;rkiye
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 Experience with modern procurement practices and cross-functional leadership
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 P&amp;L responsibility and multinational exposure are advantageous
 
 
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 What we offer you
 
 
 
 
 
 Contact details
 
 
 
 Nadja Guenthard, Global Head of Recruiting and Talent
 
 
 For more information see: www.franke.com
 
 
 
 Important information for all executive search companies, headhunters and HR consultants
 
 
 The Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid.
 
 
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Head of Procurement for Eastern Europe & Türkiye (hybrid)

Axian Group

Your MissionReporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer, you will be a key leader in the central procurement organization, responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for network categories including RAN, Core, and Transmission. You will ensure alignment with Axian Telecom's business objectives, lead a team of category managers and specialists, and foster strong relationships with suppliers to drive value, innovation, and cost savings.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies for network infrastructure and technologies aligned with business needs.</li><li>Lead and manage a diverse team of category managers and specialists across multiple countries, ensuring performance management and succession planning.</li><li>Collaborate closely with technical and commercial teams to align procurement with network rollout and modernization plans.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure supplier performance meets group standards.</li><li>Champion the transition to a centralized procurement model, ensuring smooth alignment with local operations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory, ethical, and sustainability standards in all procurement activities.</li><li>Monitor and report on KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement efficiency.</li></ul>Why Join Axian Telecom?This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the procurement strategy for one of Africa's most ambitious telecom groups, contributing directly to its growth and operational excellence in a fast-evolving market.

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