Role: Head of Procurement
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £67,500
Location: Home-based
As the Head of Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in managing TUCO’s procurement activities, working with our members to ensure the best value for goods and services, while overseeing a dynamic and collaborative team. This senior leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape TUCO’s contracting strategy and make a significant impact across public sector catering, driving efficiencies and value in the supply chain.
Additionally, the role includes working closely with our existing, and new, members to understand the scope of their requirement, build relationships and increase the take up and spend against our agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the TUCO contracting strategy.
- Manage and coordinate the contracting team’s workload, ensuring timely and efficient execution of contracts.
- Oversee the development and implementation of key contract documents (e.g., category strategies, ITT documents, contract award recommendations).
- Foster strong relationships with members, ensuring they secure value for money and effective purchasing solutions.
- Represent TUCO at national HE and other sector body events.
- Lead and deliver presentations and seminars as required.
- Monitor contract performance and grow contract take-up within the membership.
- Collaborate with members to drive new opportunities and continual improvement.
About You:
- MCIPS qualification is essential, with a commitment to pursue further academic or professional development.
- Proven experience working at a senior level in procurement, ideally in a collaborative environment.
- Expertise in procurement, supplier relationship management, contract management, and category management.
- Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and financial/legal aspects of procurement.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel across the UK.
Desirable qualifications/experience:
- Experience within the food procurement sector.
- Knowledge of corporate social responsibility and sustainability practices.
What we offer:
- Flexible working hours and remote working.
- Competitive salary and generous benefits package.
- A dynamic, supportive team environment where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth encouraged.
- Employee training opportunities, volunteering sessions, health and wellbeing benefits, and more.
How to Apply:
To apply for the Head of Procurement position, please email your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected].
Applications close on 14th March at 1700 hours. Interviews will be held w/c 24th March in Manchester.
Apply now to take the next step in your career and contribute to the continued success of TUCO!
TUCO is committed to ensuring diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of background.
