Head of Procurement (Part time 14-21 hours per week)

Overview

Head of Procurement (Part time 14-21 hours per week) role at Which? offers a competitive salary, hybrid working (London with at least one day a week in the office), 28 days holiday (Full Time Equivalent) a year plus Bank Holidays and a pension scheme offering 6% in year one and 11% after this.

Salary and hours

Salary £85,000 – £100,000 FTE per annum. This role is being offered on a part-time basis 14-21 hours per week with up to 7 hours per day (FTE 35 hour working week).

About the Role

We're seeking a Head of Procurement (Fractional) to join our team and play a critical role in shaping our procurement function. You'll develop and execute a comprehensive strategy, focusing on achieving significant value for money across all spend categories, especially software and technology. This pivotal role involves leading a function, managing a c£35m budget, and building strong relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, a proven track record of delivering cost savings, and be ready to drive operational efficiency and mitigate risk.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine a company-wide procurement strategy aligned with organisational goals, values and financial targets.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and risk mitigation across all procurement activities.
• Design and execute comprehensive supplier identification, qualification, and selection processes, ensuring due diligence and adherence to ethical standards.
• Negotiate, draft, and manage complex contracts with suppliers, focusing on optimal terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and risk allocation.
• Establish and provide leadership to a robust supplier relationship management (SRM) programme to foster strong partnerships, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement.

About You

• Extensive experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and improving procurement processes.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, legal frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Resilient

Interview process

• Two stage interview process including meeting a representative from one of the teams you will support which may or may not include a presentation.

Benefits

We also have these benefits for you to consider:

• 14-21 hours per week with up to 7 hours per day (FTE 35 hour working week)
• Generous 28 days holiday (Full Time Equivalent) a year plus Bank Holidays & Option to buy additional days
• Excellent pension scheme – when you pay in 3%, Which? pays in 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.)
• Discount site Pluxee which offers large % off every day shopping and holidays
• Annual Award (depending on employee and company performance)
• Healthcare insurance & Private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months)
• A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary
• Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money & legal helplines
• Free wills for all Which? employees, plus, partners of employees can make their will at cost price.
• Work from (almost) anywhere for 4 weeks of the year policy

About Which?

Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. We promote a great work-life balance (all our roles are now hybrid), offering flexible working options in addition to a full time working week (35 hours) e.g. part time or job shares where possible. If you wish to discuss any of these options, please contact the Resourcing team at recruitment@which.co.uk. Which? is committed to diversity and inclusion. As a Disability Confident Leader, we ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and we’ll make reasonable adjustments if you need them. For this or any other assistance you need with applying, email recruitment@which.co.uk. Find out more about the Disability Confident Interview Scheme here.

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed and we reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.

Role details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations