Head of Procurement & Planning

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Head of Planning & Procurement Location - Chichester Salary - 55,000 - 65,000 We are currently recruiting for Head of Planning & Procurement on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Chichester. They are seeking a Head of Procurement & Planning to lead procurement strategy, supply chain operations, and inventory planning, ensuring the effective flow of materials and services throughout the business. Job Overview Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services Manage supplier relationships, contracts, performance, and quality standards Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and implement contingency plans where appropriate Oversee forecasting, planning, and inventory levels in line with production requirements Work collaboratively with production, logistics, and finance teams Utilise the ERP system to manage procurement, inventory, and supplier performance Lead improvements to ERP processes and modules relating to procurement and supply chain Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement and planning team Manage the procurement budget and monitor relevant KPIs Contribute to senior leadership decision-making and wider company initiatives Requirements Proven experience in a similar senior leadership role within a manufacturing business Strong knowledge of procurement, supply chain, and inventory planning Experience managing and developing a team Strong knowledge of ERP systems and using technology to optimise procurement and supply chain processes Excellent negotiation, communication, organisational, and leadership skills Strong analytical and strategic decision-making ability Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and legal guidelines Salary & Benefits 55,000 - 65,000 per annum, dependent on experience 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday Some flexibility around start and finish times Ideally office-based, with the option to work from home one