Head of Purchasing UK & Ireland

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as Head of Purchasing to manage critical supplier relationships, drive high-stakes projects and lead a team of five strategic buyers.

What you’ll do: 

• Lead procurement across five divisions, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals
• Oversee and optimise our spend portfolio
• Manage and develop a team of strategic buyers, fostering growth and accountability
• Directly manage key supplier relationships for critical raw materials
• Deliver complex procurement projects, including sustainability-led initiatives
• Negotiate contracts and ensure effective supplier performance management
• Work collaboratively within a matrix environment, aligning internal stakeholder priorities
• Drive procurement excellence through cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute to the global procurement strategy
• Identify and implement cost optimisation and long-term value creation opportunities

What you’ll have:

• Significant purchasing and supply chain experience in complex, multi-site environments
• Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier relationship management expertise
• Demonstrated ability in strategic sourcing and category management
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
• Experience working in a matrix structure, balancing diverse business needs
• Proficient in procurement systems, especially Ariba and SAP is desirable
• Strong commercial mindset with a proactive, strategic approach
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Experience in supplier risk management and performance evaluation

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work