Total 127 Procurement Leader job vacancies in The United States of America

Your new company
An International company that is striving to provide some of the world's mostadvanced, technology-led aerospace and security solutions is looking for aPrincipal Quality Engineer. The business operates in more than 40 countries.The company develops, engineers, manufactures and supports products and systems.To deliver military capacity. They help their customers to stay a step ahead inprotecting people and national security.

Your new role
As the Quality Leader, you are expected to manage and take responsibility for managing suppliers and all quality related activities (QA, QC, Inspection) and the possibility of deputising the Quality Manager when needed. Take the initiative in corrective actions, deploying quality process improvement techniques to ensure continuous improvement is maintained. You will also be expected to mentor a small group of Quality professionals as needed.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in the application for the Quality Leader role, you will be expected to have the following skills and knowledge:

• Sound understanding of problem-solving tools & techniques e.g. 5Whys, Ishikawa, 8D
• A good working knowledge of Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma/ Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Previous experience within a Supplier Assurance Quality role

What you'll get in return

Upon securing the Quality Leader role, you will be offered a salary up to £55,000, depending upon your experience. In addition to your salary, you will also receive a number of benefits.

What you need to do now
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£56000 + bonuses

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK (2 days a week on site)

Your new company
My client is a UK government research entity responsible for the development of fusion energy. It operates as an executive non-departmental public body of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Their role is to research fusion energy and related technologies, with the aim of positioning the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. The organisation continues to make strides in fusion energy development, aiming to transform this transformative energy technology into a viable source of power. As such, they are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to help them on this journey.

Your new role
In this role, you will provide support to the Strategic Procurement Business Partner and Department Heads, delivering procurement support across the organisation. This includes providing advice, guidance, and completion of large procurements for the growing R&D portfolio. You will mentor and develop members of the procurement team, ensuring the delivery of a first-class procurement service and compliance with UK directives for public sector procurement. You will also support the organisation in achieving its milestones and impacting the achievement of targets. You will coordinate procurement support for major projects, collaborating with others to define project scope in line with Public Contracts Regulations. You will pre-qualify contractors, interview and assess tenderers and negotiate contracts as required. You will manage, monitor, and control contractual progress of projects, ensuring adherence to contract terms considering time, cost, and quality. You will need to identify opportunities for improvements, propose solutions, and make final recommendations for the development of new solutions using analytical and constructive thinking. Lastly, you will provide assistance with the creation, application, and implementation of procurement strategies for site-specific initiatives in all types of procurement projects.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate for this role should be MCIPS qualified with experience in Public Sector Procurement and knowledge of PCR2015. They should have a good technical understanding of various procurement categories and possess strategic knowledge and experience in procurement. The candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to negotiate at the highest levels with suppliers and be commercially astute and customer focused. They should have excellent negotiation skills with some understanding of NEC forms of contract. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, with the ability to influence people at senior levels. The candidate should also be a good team player, capable of working effectively as part of the Group Procurement Team.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a market-leading manufacturing business with ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years. Following on from multiple years of double-digit growth, this business is looking to be market leaders in its respective industry.
Your new role
You will be working as a Senior Procurement Manager for a large-scale manufacturing business located in South-West London. You will be responsible for building out and nurturing the crucial supplier base (both direct and indirect) that this business will rely on to continue its growth over the coming years. Supplier re-segmentation, development and transformation will be some of the key pillars you will be tasked with in your first year. You will take the lead on negotiating high risk and high dependency terms, while everyday procurement projects will be managed by the wider team/business. This business has a real commitment and focus on making their overall operations as sustainable and eco-friendly as possible, so expect to be working in tandem with key suppliers to achieve mutual ESG goals.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have an extensive procurement background, ideally across direct and indirect procurement. You should have experience of leading supplier transformation programmes historically and should have a proven ability to manage business critical supplier relationships. You should be able to confidently manage a variety of stakeholders with the ability to effectively challenge the status quo in a professional environment. You should be a driven and passionate procurement professional with a real desire to develop your career further.
What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary dependent upon your experience and relevance for the role. You will be entitled to 25 days of annual leave, a discretionary annual bonus, private health insurance and the ability to work abroad for 4 weeks of the year.

What you need to do now
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An opportunity has arisen for a creative, ambitious, and inspirational teacher to undertake the responsibility of Curriculum Leader of PE. This would be an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to further develop their leadership potential within a strong, successful, vibrant, forward-looking Curriculum Area team and applications are invited from someone passionate to develop this team even further.

We are an ambitious school and can offer:

▪ Excellent resources
▪ Excellent support and professional development opportunities
▪ Friendly staff
▪ Excellent IT facilities.

We are seeking:

▪ A highly professional colleague aligned to our values of ambition, determination and respect
▪ A passionate, dedicated, outstanding teacher.
▪ Creative teaching skills and a highly professional approach
▪ High expectations of students and the determination to raise student achievement
▪ Evidence of delivering outstanding results in KS3 and KS4
▪ Somebody with the ability to lead the work of others.

Further information and a full application pack can be obtained from Hays Recruitment by emailing

Applicants are warmly invited to arrange a visit prior to applying to learn more about what makes Pendle Vale a great place to work. Please contact Dawood Perry to book your appointment.

Closing date for applications - Monday 13 May at 9.00am
Interviews - TBA

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Job Advert: Early Years Leader
Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you have the skills and experience to lead a dynamic team in a primary school setting? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Leader to join our school community.

As the Early Years Leader, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational experiences of our youngest learners.

Responsibilities:
Teaching and Curriculum Development:

• Teach a class of children, ensuring planning, preparation, recording, assessment, and reporting meet their varying learning and social needs.
• Collaborate with team members to create a cohesive learning environment.
• Monitor the progress of pupils and report evaluated data to the headteacher.
• Ensure the requirements for the Early Years phase, including the arrangements of assessment, are met.

Leadership and Management:

• Develop a collaborative and co-operative approach as a reception team.
• Be aware of the pastoral and well-being needs of staff, pupils, and parents within the team and advise senior leaders of any concerns.
• Induct, support, and monitor new staff within EYFS.
• Regularly meet with staff within the EYFS, ensuring they are aware of expectations or changes in school policy and practice.
• Build relationships with local nurseries, ensuring a smooth transition into school.

Quality Assurance and Improvement:

• Be an exemplary classroom practitioner and use this practice to develop and support staff where necessary.
• Monitor and support the improvement of teaching in EYFS by challenging aspects of practice that need development or do not meet school policy.
• Coordinate or lead support and development opportunities for staff.
• Be responsible and accountable for pupil outcomes within EYFS, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place.
• Ensure the needs of all pupils within EYFS are met, including those with special needs, statements, or disadvantaged pupils.

Professional Development and Safeguarding:

• Take an active role in your own professional development.
• Uphold the school's robust safeguarding policy and processes.
• Contribute to the strategic development and direction of the school as a member of the School Leadership Team.

Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for child development and creating enriching experiences for children.
• QTS or PGCE qualification

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 02072598770 or email
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Location: WimbledonSalary: £27,000- £30,000 per annumContract: PermanentHours: Shift of either 7:15am-4:15 pm or 9am-6pmStart date: ASAP

Your new nursery
Hays has proudly partnered with a nursery in Wimbledon to recruit for a Nursery Room Leader to join their team. The nursery focuses on providing the best start in life for their pupils and has created an ethos that focuses on quality education as well as developing the child as a whole. They strive to create an environment where the children can thrive, providing high-quality education for all ages. The nursery received a rating of "good" in their most recent Ofsted inspection, with inspectors stating that "children develop positive attitudes to learning and the skilled staff have high expectations of them."

About your role as a Nursery Room Leader
This room leader role will be based in the 1- 2-year-olds' room. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the daily running of a section of the Nursery, including the care and wellbeing of the children and the delivery of an effective curriculum
• Supervising and supporting the daily setting up of the rooms and outside, to provide safety and an effective learning environment for all the children.
• To work with the Manager(s) to ensure that staff ratios are maintained and there is effective staff deployment, supervision, mentoring and recognition of training needs for all staff and apprentices.
• Provide high-quality care and education
• Plan and implement EYFS-appropriate activities, ensuring they are stimulating and engaging
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
• Observe and assess children's development, identifying any areas of concern
• Collaborate with parents and other staff members to support children's individual needs
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development
• Ensure the nursery is clean, organised, and well-maintained at all times
• Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children.

What you will need to succeed

• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting
• Knowledge of child development theories and practices
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
• Ability to speak Mandarin is desirable but not essential.
• Hold the right to work in the UK

How to apply for this Nursery Room Leader job
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Your new company
An established, thriving and expanding business in Sheffield recruiting for a Customer Services Team Leader to manage a team of 7.

Your new role
A very exciting time to join this international business! Looking after a happy, engaged and knowledgeable team, this role will be pivotal to the department's ongoing success, so you must have experience working in a similar environment.
Duties:-

• Assisting with the hiring and training of new customer service employees
• Coaching and mentoring a team of 7, including conducting 121's
• Improving and implementing new processes and systems and rolling out to the team
• Collecting data and compiling reports
• Assisting with Budget preparation
• Dealing with complex customer enquiries and escalating if appropriate
• Identifying opportunities to update or improve customer service procedures

We are looking for excellent customer service management/supervisory skills, along with first-class communication, organisation and IT skills.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have experience of leading a team, you will have used a CRM system, preferably Sales Force although that can be taught alongside SAP.

What you'll get in return
26 days holiday plus stats, free parking, life assurance, company profit share, free parking and plenty of other superb benefits!

What you need to do now


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Your new company
Hays are working with a public sector organisation based in between Bristol and Bath to support them in the recruitment for a permanent IT infrastructure team lead vacancy. The salary on offer is just shy of £53,000pa and the role offers hybrid working 1 day on site per week. The role also offers a fantastic benefits package including flexible working hours (can accrue holiday), 26 days standard holiday with the option to buy more & enhanced pension 8% employer contribution & more.
Your new role
In the role you will join a large enterprise IT environment and manage a technical team of 10 people. The team consists of network, server and VOIP engineers. This is an exciting time to join with large digital transformation and IT modernisation services programmes ongoing. You'll support the IT service delivery manager and head of IT services across various projects, BAU and strategic work. You'll provide day to day leadership of the team and play a critical role in the IT services department.
What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will need to have management experience ideally a similar team (network, server, infrastructure, cloud, VOIP etc). Ideally, you will have worked in a large IT enterprise environment and preferably have public sector experience. You will need to be able to engage with senior stakeholders outside of the IT directorate and work with 3rd party suppliers. Technical knowledge will be beneficial, but you won't need to have engineer-level experience & knowledge.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will work for a great organisation and join at an exciting time. You'll play a critical role in the ambitious IT modernisation and service improvement plans and work with a great team. You'll receive a salary up to £52,677 and enjoy very flexible working arrangements. You'll be expected to work 1 day in the office per week and the rest can be remote. You'll receive a very competitive benefits package and an excellent work-life balance on offer.
What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for an international manufacturing organisation, who produce complex chemicals for world-renowned brands on a global scale. Your new company is going through an exciting group wide transformation and lean manufacturing journey, as well as developing their product range and improving their company vision.
Your new role
In your new role as Manufacturing Team Lead, you will be responsible for a team of operatives, ensuring productivity and efficiency targets are met, whilst adopting a safety-first mentality. As Manufacturing Team leader, your priority is to lead teams successfully, creating an engaging workforce across shift and site, working closely with other production departments.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful in your new role as Manufacturing Team Leader, you will need to have had previous experience in a production leadership position, ideally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, working in a safety-conscious manufacturing facility. As well as your technical abilities, you will need to have such personal attributes, such as teamwork, communication and leadership.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary of around £40,000 with a 30% shift premium, alongside other company benefits such as competitive holidays, pension and an engaging working environment.
What you need to do now


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£35000 + benefits + bonuses DOE

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK (2 days a week on site)


Your new company
My client is a UK government research entity responsible for the development of fusion energy. It operates as an executive non-departmental public body of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Their role is to research fusion energy and related technologies, with the aim of positioning the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. The organisation continues to make strides in fusion energy development, aiming to transform this transformative energy technology into a viable source of power. As such, they are seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to help them on this journey.
Your new role
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering procurement support across the organisation, providing advice, guidance, and completion of projects and complex tenders for the growing R&D portfolio. You will also provide support and guidance for members of the procurement team, ensuring the delivery of a first-class procurement service. This role involves ensuring compliance with European Commission and UK directives for procurement in the public sector and supporting the organisation in achieving its own milestones. You will negotiate with relevant parties, including external companies, to arrive at appropriate commercial agreements. You provide advice to senior managers on contractual strategies, ranging from traditional contracts to alliances, partnerships, and alternative funding strategies. In addition, you will also contribute to problem-solving and decision-making to develop specification requirements and manage contracts from tender through to closure. This includes evaluating bids, ensuring value for money is always obtained, negotiating appropriate commercial agreements, and resolving claims and disputes. Overall, you will be the port of call for all general support, advice, and coaching/delivery of training on commercial matters whilst contributing to the evolution of the organisation's commercial terms and conditions, policies, and working practices. Finally, you will identify opportunities for improvements and propose solutions to contribute to continuous improvement within the organisation.


What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate is working towards their MCIPS qualification, experienced in public sector procurement, and understands OJEU. You should have a good grasp of procurement categories and strategies, excellent interpersonal skills, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills. You should be a team player with strong communication skills, technically competent, and able to guide others. You should be capable of managing small projects, acting as a specialist advisor, producing reports, and enforcing policies. You should be able to work independently, select professional principles to address situations, and implement solutions. Ideally, you have postgraduate entry level or equivalent experience, may be professionally qualified, and have practical experience in similar roles. You will understand customer and project requirements, be committed to nurturing scientific and technological excellence, open to new ways of working, and enthusiastic about the organisation's mission. You will be a creative problem solver, working at the frontier of knowledge, and challenging the status quo in a safe and inclusive manner.


What you need to do now
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Your new company
Hays are looking for a new Work Shop Team Leader within Environmental Services (NOT CONSTRUCTION) to join their client and be based out of their Camberly depot.
Your new role
To provide supervision of a maintenance workshop serving a diverse range of vehicles, equipment and plant; and plan the effective use of resources to deliver a cost-effective Service and Maintenance Repair facility always ensuring first class customer service.

• Compliance with legislative and company standards of all equipment and tools
• Health & Safety of Workshop
• Monitoring Fitter performance, quality and productivity
• Maintain cost controls on behalf of Amey
• Actively identify and develop effective ways of delivering service
• Identification and implementation of continuous improvement opportunities

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience of maintenance workshops, ideally in a supervisory role
• Able to demonstrate workshop planning knowledge
• Experience in performance managing teams
• Significant "On Tools" experience
• High level of problem-solving skills

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Training opportunities to further develop your career

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jack now - 0333 010 7286 - Or email:
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Your new companyHays are looking for a new Work Shop Team Leader within Environmental Services (NOT CONSTRUCTION) to join their client and be based out of their Camberly depot.

Your new roleTo provide supervision of a maintenance workshop serving a diverse range of vehicles, equipment and plant; and plan the effective use of resources to deliver a cost-effective Service and Maintenance Repair facility always ensuring first class customer service.

• Compliance with legislative and company standards of all equipment and tools
• Health & Safety of Workshop
• Monitoring Fitter performance, quality and productivity
• Maintain cost controls on behalf of Amey
• Actively identify and develop effective ways of delivering service
• Identification and implementation of continuous improvement opportunities

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience of maintenance workshops, ideally in a supervisory role
• Able to demonstrate workshop planning knowledge
• Experience in performance managing teams
• Significant "On Tools" experience
• High level of problem-solving skills

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Training opportunities to further develop your career

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jack now - 0333 010 7286 - Or email: this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company
Hays are partnering with a large engineering consultancy to support in the recruitment for a new leadership role that sits within their Technology Solutions Delivery & Support team. The role is permanent and paying circa £80,000pa depending on experience, but may flex for the right person. The role will involve some travel to your local client site (offices across the UK) - Bristol - however the role will be mostly home based. You will also need to have a current and valid SC clearance, or the ability to obtain this.
Your new role
The role is a customer facing role to spearhead efforts and provide technical leadership for clients' IT transformation activities. You'll provide effective leadership and direction and develop the capabilities of the delivery & support team. You'll contribute to best practice, manage the resourcing of the team and provide technical leadership across various projects, whilst also developing plans for future projects.
What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will need to have worked in a similar senior role overseeing and driving similar initiatives, ideally within the defence, IT, government sector. You'll have broad exposure across solution & service architecture, service management, operations & delivery, IT system implementation and lifecycle management. You'll have fantastic communication skills and be effective at liaising with external stakeholders and customers.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will work for a fantastic organisation which offers excellent internal opportunities. You'll work in a senior leadership role and spearhead interesting project-based work with customers and clients. You will receive a circa package of £80,000pa + benefits, but this could flex higher for the right individual. You'll also enjoy a flexible work-life balance, working predominantly remotely but travelling to a local site when necessary.
What you need to do now
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We are currently working with a nursery on the Wirral that is actively recruiting a baby room leader to work in their busy day nursery on a 38 hour-week basis over a 4-day period.

Hours: 8am - 6pm with one day off during the week. This is subject to change, but it is usually the same day each week.

About the nursery:
A Wirral nursery is a much-loved, family-run childcare centre and pre-school located in Meols, Wirral. Their environment is designed to be a 'home from home', ensuring that children feel safe and secure whilst parents are at work.

About the role:
Baby room leader
Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide high-quality care and education for children in the babies.
• Plan and implement suitable experiences and activities.
• Ensure health, safety, and security measures are followed.
• Maintain accurate records and individual learning journeys.
• Collaborate with parents and work as part of a team

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Your new company
Working for one of the largest and most successful distribution companies of its kind in the UK, this business is a globally renowned wholesaler with an excellent reputation, and they are on the lookout for an indirect procurement specialist to join them and help deliver cost savings and drive value for money within their indirect spend. Based in Salford, they are easily accessible by car or by public transport due to great surrounding transport links.

Your new role
The Indirect Procurement Manager / Senior Buyer will be responsible for the indirect spend within the company, ranging from anything from utilities contracts, to technology spend, right through to stationery and teabags! The role is a new position within the company structure, so there will be lots of opportunities for you to identify 'quick wins' for immediate cost savings and help to deliver better value for money. The business sources from all over the world currently and they are in the process of formalising and centralising company expenditure, so it's a crucial time to be joining the company. This business has sites and distribution centres all around the UK, so you will be liaising with stakeholders around the country to ensure a smooth and efficient process, but one which is streamlined and cost-effective. The Procurement Manager will need to effectively manage and liaise with a variety of stakeholders, both internally and externally, which will involve strategic negotiations, so you will need to be a confident communicator with good influencing skills.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in a similar role such as a Senior Buyer, Procurement Manager, Category Manager etc
• Previous track record of delivering cost savings within indirect spend in the private sector
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

What you'll get in return

• A competitive starting salary between £50-55K depending on experience, to be reviewed after initial 6 month period
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working policy (2 days per week working from home)
• Free on-site parking in Salford
• AMAZING company culture (which is why there is such low staff turnover)
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

What you need to do now
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