Head of Procurement

Having recently initiated a transformation of our Procurement function, we are looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Procurement to be in charge of the Procurement function and its future development and positioning within P&O Ferrymasters and the wider Group.

Key areas of responsibility

• Continue the Procurement transformation we have embarked on.
• Apply a hands-on approach toward a sophisticated Procurement function embedded in a matrix structure.
• Support driving state of the art methods, processes and tools with regard to Strategic Procurement (e.g., material group management, supplier management, pooling of demands, framework agreements, best cost country sourcing).
• Co-create and implement with all relevant stakeholders a category and supplier management structure.
• Derive and execute appropriate strategies.
• Align with various colleagues from our production units and sales teams how to best drive spend optimization and create value for our customers.
• Execute tactical Procurement initiatives as agreed and prioritized with all stakeholders, in particular the production units.
• Regularly and consequently track progress and report milestones and achievements to the management team whilst enabling all critical success factors to be in place and in use.
• Analyze the procurement data, determine savings opportunities for each category/supplier and derive negotiation strategies to achieve this.
• Take personal lead in key negotiations whenever required.

Who are you?

We expect the successful candidate to:

• Have broad, documented Procurement experience and track record, preferably based in logistics and/or shipping and at managerial level.
• Strong knowledge of Procurement processes, tools, procedures, and best practices with a hands-on approach.
• Have excellent communication, engagement and influencing skills and a convincing personality able to win hearts and minds at all levels of an organization.
• Enjoy conceptual work in order to build the foundation for the next level of procurement within our organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
• Have a strong drive to change the status quo and to be persistent.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and team management and development skills.
• Have hands on negotiation experience.
• Be fluent in business English.

We offer

• A great opportunity to apply your best practice Procurement experience and gain first-hand experience on business development, business transformation, and supply chain logistics in a demanding market environment and with one of the top market leaders.
• Significant development, mentoring and personal growth opportunities within P&O Ferrymasters and the wider DP World Group.
• A supportive and vibrant multinational environment in an inspiring international team, working closely with our international partners.
• Self-responsibility.
• Competitive compensation with a fixed and variable component.

Who are we?

P&O Ferrymasters is Europe's leading multimodal transportation and logistics company. Established in 1956 in Larne, Northern Ireland, we've dedicated over 60 years to enhancing customer supply chains.

In 2022, we joined forces with Unifeeder, Europe's largest feeder and shortsea network operator, creating a versatile transportation engine. We offer resilient solutions across sea, rail, and road, tailored to businesses of all sizes and industries. Our diverse team of over 600 experts from 30+ nations ensures reliable service and efficient trade flow management.

Sustainability is a top priority; we reduce emissions by shifting freight from road to sea and rail, minimizing empty runs, and partnering with eco-conscious subcontractors. Our real-time supply chain visibility optimizes resource use and efficiency, while integrated planning and transport systems enable rapid responses to volume changes.

Time to act!

Do you have what we’re looking for? And does this sound like the perfect opportunity for you? We hope so – in which case, now’s the time to let us know! Please apply with your CV and covering letter as soon as possible to recruitment@pofm.com and olga.postova@pofm.com with subject: Head of Procurement.