Posted Monday 2 June 2025 at 00:00 | Expires Sunday 15 June 2025 at 23:59The Head of Procurement is responsible for developing and leading a robust and sustainable procurement strategy that aligns with Thalia Waste Management’s business goals. This role will drive commercial value, optimise supply chain operations, and ensure cost-effective procurement across the organisation. Working as a strategic partner to the operational and commercial teams, the postholder will lead on supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, and the delivery of measurable efficiency and savings.This role will require frequent travel across our 4 core locations: North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and the Isle of wight.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement a comprehensive Procurement Strategy and roadmap aligned to Thalia’s corporate objectives.Create and manage an annual Procurement Business Plan with clearly defined milestones and KPIs.Partner with Operational Teams to implement the strategy effectively and embed best procurement practice.Continuously enhance procurement and supply chain processes to increase effectiveness and efficiency.Act as the key interface between Thalia and its supplier base, ensuring professional and compliant relationship management.Define, agree and oversee compliance with supplier evaluation and selection criteria, ensuring consistency across the business.Lead robust contract negotiations and establish commercially viable supplier agreements.Maintain strong supplier partnerships to drive value, service excellence, and innovation.Provide market insight and updates on procurement and supply chain best practice.Oversee management of waste recovery off takers, ensuring commercial optimisation and sustainability of solutions.Qualifications and Professional MembershipsDegree in Business or related discipline (desirable)Membership of CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) (desirable)Skills and KnowledgeStrategic planning and procurement leadershipStrong commercial acumen and risk management capabilitySkilled in supplier negotiation and contract managementProficient in stakeholder engagement and collaborative workingProven ability to lead change and drive continuous improvementExcellent communication and influencing skills across multiple levelsExperienceSignificant experience in a senior procurement or supply chain leadership roleSector knowledge ideally within Waste Management, Industrial, or Manufacturing environmentsDemonstrable track record of delivering procurement-led cost savingsExperience of managing complex tendering processes and contract law applicationConfident managing suppliers for both products and waste recovery servicesHistory of building ethical, transparent, and effective supplier relationshipsDemonstrates high-impact leadership with a focus on team and individual developmentContributes to and shapes wider business strategyBuilds a collaborative, cross-functional cultureChampions inclusive working practices across the organisationResults-driven, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvementPrioritises service excellence and operational efficiencyEngages meaningfully with both internal stakeholders and external partnersUnderstands and delivers on the definition of customer valueEntry into Company bonus scheme - up to 20%Contributory pension up to 8%Private medical cover (family)Company car or car allowance (£683 per month)25 days annual leaveAnnual opportunity to buy additional annual leave (up to 5 days)Life assurance: 4 x annual salaryFlexible benefits: Access to a wide range of flexible benefits through Bravo Benefits, allowing you to tailor your package to suit your individual needs, including health, wellbeing, and lifestyle options.Our BusinessAt Thalia Waste Management, we are creating a future to be proud of. We think differently, questioning everything, enabling us to develop progressive waste into energy solutions and services. Being motivated, tackling problems together, inspiring others to take responsibility, making a difference, being ambitious and contributing value.We operate the best technology available across our four strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and the Isle of Wight. Our technology includes everything from mechanical and biological treatment, traditional mass-burn energy from waste and material recycling technologies to in-vessel composting, advanced thermal treatment, innovative small-scale energy from waste and anaerobic digestion. In a single year we process 300,000 tonnes of waste that is turned into energy. This generates the same amount of energy as approximately 600 million solar panels. Similarly we recycle circa 95,000 tonnes of waste.

InclusionAt Thalia Waste Management, we work hard to make sure we are an inclusive and diverse place to work.This means we don’t just look at your CV, we’re focused on who you are, your skills and passion that can be brought to Thalia Waste Management. We know and understand the everyone is different and has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working and any adjustments that could be needed! We’ll do all that we can to support everyone from their first contact with us. For any support or adjustments needed through our recruitment process, please speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As a

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