Head of Procurement
About The Position
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. This major national rail programme is focused on delivering a modern, electrified high-speed corridor that will strengthen connectivity between key urban centres. The scheme aims to significantly reduce journey times, enhance passenger capacity, and support long term decarbonisation goals. Development is progressing toward phased delivery over the next decade. Leads the category management function, guiding category leads to deliver excellence and embed continuous improvement. Provides clear direction, performance management and technical development while building strong executive‑level relationships. Shapes and delivers end‑to‑end strategies, identifies opportunities and drives impactful outcomes, acting as a professional, effective and inspiring role model.
Requirements
- Experience delivering major rail or high‑speed programmes, ideally within the design or early set‑up stages.
- Strong commercial, tender and executive‑level negotiation expertise.
- Proven project experience with confident stakeholder influence.
- Highly effective communicator with advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Degree‑educated
Nice To Haves
- CIPS or equivalent professional qualifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Leads group‑wide category management and high‑value tenders.
- Builds strategic senior and C‑suite partnerships.
- Provides expert due diligence and market insight.
- Drives process, performance and commercial value creation.
- Develops and embeds strategic plans.
- Influences and negotiates on critical decisions.
- Delivers objectives in complex environments.
- Champions net‑zero delivery through proactive carbon management.
- Lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.
- Lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
- Mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.
Benefits
- We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
