Head of Procurement

Company: O'Kane Resourcing
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Location: County Down
Job Description:

We’re partnering with a leading manufacturer to recruit a Head of Procurement based in south Down.

This is a strategic leadership role reporting directly to the COO, responsible for developing and delivering a global procurement strategy that drives supply security, cost competitiveness, supplier performance, sustainability, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the global procurement function and team
  • Drive strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier partnerships
  • Deliver sustainable cost savings and value creation initiatives
  • Strengthen supplier performance, risk management, and business continuity
  • Champion procurement governance, compliance, digitalisation, and ESG objectives
  • Support operational excellence across a regulated manufacturing environment

About You

  • Proven experience leading a procurement function within manufacturing or a similar industry
  • Strong commercial negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience developing procurement strategy and leading transformation initiatives
  • Strong financial, analytical, and leadership capabilities

What’s on Offer

  • Senior leadership position with significant strategic influence
  • Opportunity to shape and transform a global procurement function
  • Join a growing, innovative organisation operating in international markets
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

To learn more or apply in confidence, contact Conor today.

Skills:leadership skills. Procurement strategy Category Management Supplier Development

Benefits:Please contact Conor

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Posted: June 8th, 2026