Head of Procurement

Role: Head of Procurement

Salary: £60,000 per annum

Location: Kings Hill /Hybrid Working

Are you an inspiring leader ready to oversee procurement in a dynamic organisation? Commercial Services Group (CSG) invites you to take the helm as our Head of Procurement, driving commercial and social value, compliance and resilience across our supply chains.

Why Join CSG?

At CSG, we’re not just managing procurement; we’re transforming it. With a focus on strategic innovation and impactful decision-making, this role is your opportunity to influence not only internal operations but also the development of the procurement profession across the Group’s trading brands.

This isn’t just another procurement role – this is your chance to lead a strategic function that touches every corner of a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation.

What You’ll Bring:

You’re an experienced procurement professional with a proven track record of delivering strategic value, driving innovation, and building exceptional teams. You thrive in a leadership role where your expertise in supplier management, compliance, and best practices is fully utilised to achieve outstanding results.

What You’ll Achieve:

As Head of Procurement, you will:

• Lead with Vision: Develop and manage a high-performing Corporate Procurement team, setting ambitious targets and inspiring excellence.
• Strategize for Success: Craft and execute a procurement strategy that delivers best value commercially while aligning with our social value and sustainability goals.
• Collaborate with Purpose: Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders, gaining their trust and support to implement innovative strategies.
• Champion Compliance and Best Practice: Ensure adherence to legislation and internal policies, and pioneer best-in-class procurement methodologies, including cutting-edge e-tendering solutions.
• Inspire Professional Growth: Chair the Procurement Forum and mentor procurement talent across the organisation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Drive Supplier Excellence: Optimise supplier relationships, manage contracts effectively, and create processes that maximise value throughout the lifecycle of agreements.
• Empower Through Training: Deliver engaging and practical procurement training to elevate the skills of CSG staff involved in purchasing and contract management.

The Impact You’ll Make:

• Continuously improve procurement processes, ensuring best value and compliance.
• Influence critical decision-making across the organisation.
• Create sustainable supplier relationships that drive long-term success.
• Be a catalyst for professional development and operational excellence across the Group.

What We Require:

• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent experience
• An excellent technical appreciation of the range of procurement regulations applicable to CSG businesses
• Ability to negotiate at the highest levels to secure best value
• Expert knowledge of the Procurement Act and Public Contract Regulations
• Private and Public sector experience

What We Offer:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• An additional day off for your birthday to celebrate as you wish
• Access to a generous discount scheme, including retail and gym memberships
• Life assurance coverage
• Health cash plan initiative
• Companywide events

About Commercial Services Group

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the largest, local authority-owned trading company (LATCO) in the UK, wholly owned by Kent County Council. CSG generates over £800m in revenue per annum and provides services to over 16,000 education and public sector customers globally.

CSG is striving to be recognised as the global leader in Education and Public Sector services, currently operating in 86 countries, with 1,800 staff across 28 trading brands, providing expertise ranging from: HR Services, IT Services, Energy, Education Resources, Procurement and many more.

Currently growing at a rate of 25% each year, CSG has expanded via an innovative buy and build model delivering an important mix of organic growth, acquisitions and strategic joint venture partnerships. Therefore, it is an exciting and interesting time to join a growing organisation and be part of shaping the future of CSG.