Fractional Procurement Lead
Core
Establish and drive procurement capability, strategy, and supplier management to deliver sustainable value and operational efficiencies across the Group.
Role type
Fractional Procurement Lead (Strategic IC)
Builds
Group-wide procurement strategy, governance frameworks, and supplier relationships
Domain
Retail, consumer goods, apparel, multi-site businesses
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, spend analysis, governance framework development, category management, commercial strategy, stakeholder influence, AI/technology integration
Preferred skills
Retail/consumer goods experience, consulting/advisory background, MCIPS qualification
Technologies
AI tools, analytics platforms, procurement software
Responsibilities
Develop and implement Group-wide procurement strategy; Lead strategic sourcing and tender processes; Manage supplier relationships and contract performance; Optimize spend across logistics, technology, packaging, and marketing; Introduce reporting and performance measures; Build procurement capability across the business