Head of Procurement

Head of Procurement | Cavello Group

Location: Daventry

Salary: Attractive

Contract Basis: Full-time, Permanent

Our Mission

Our industry-leading people, systems, and services promote trust and peace of mind. We use our expertise to design, install and construct sustainable solutions with environmental, social, and economic benefits.

Our Vision

Innovation for better living.

Job Purpose

To lead and manage procurement activities across all companies within Cavello Group, ensuring best value, compliance, and strategic alignment. The role will focus on delivering cost efficiencies, optimising supplier relationships, and supporting business growth through robust commercial practices.

Key Accountabilities

Develop and implement group-wide procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
Manage supplier selection, negotiation, and performance across multiple categories.
Consolidate purchasing power across the group to achieve economies of scale.
Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and sustainability requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems.
Collaborate with finance teams on budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Provide commercial insight and support for strategic projects and investments.
Lead contract governance and risk management across all entities.

As a Langley Employee You Will Be Expected To

Embrace, champion and lead the industry by torch-bearing our company values: SPIRE.
Safety
Purpose
Innovation
Responsibility
Expertise
Ensure that you fully understand the company and department business plan and how these impact your day–to–day responsibilities.
Always maintain a smart and professional appearance and ensure that you wear suitable personal protective equipment during on-site activities provided by the business.
Liaise with your line manager to ensure you understand your objectives and goals.
Liaise and communicate with internal colleagues positively and proactively.

Qualifications

Degree in Business, Procurement, or related discipline (desirable).
MCIPS or similar professional procurement qualification (desirable).

Experience

Proven experience in a senior procurement or commercial management role.
Strong understanding of strategic sourcing and supplier management.
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
Ability to manage complex procurement across multiple businesses.
Experience in the roofing/waterproofing market is desirable but not essential.
Familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems is desirable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Skills And Abilities

Cost Savings & Value Creation: Achieve agreed annual savings targets and cost avoidance metrics.
Supplier Performance: Maintain or improve supplier KPIs (quality, delivery, compliance).
Contract Compliance: 100% of strategic suppliers under formal contracts.
Process Efficiency: Reduction in procurement cycle times and invoice processing errors.
Risk Management: Zero major compliance breaches; proactive mitigation of supply chain risks.
Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from internal stakeholders (measured via surveys).
Innovation & Sustainability: Incorporate sustainability and innovation into sourcing decisions.

Salary And Benefits

An exciting opportunity to work for a well-established company that offers excellent career progression opportunities.

An Excellent Benefits Package, Including

25 days of holiday per annum in addition to the standard statutory days (mandatory 3 days to be saved for Christmas)
Buy and Sell Leave Policy
Pension
Life Assurance
Incapacity benefit
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
EV Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
Cycle-to-work Scheme
Free Eye Tests
Free Parking
Annual health check (subject to the policy)
2 x volunteering days per year

How To Apply

Click Apply Now and complete the required fields on the application form. Confirmation that we have received your application will come from [email protected].

If you have not received further communication from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for this vacancy.

We encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds and groups, as well as people with disabilities.