Head of Commercial & Procurement

My client, a prestige brand in Lancashire has an exciting new vacancy for an experienced Procurement and Commercial professional to join their expanding car department. This is a great opportunity for a passionate and talented individual to take full responsibility and facilitate the growth and further success of an existing department.

The suitable candidate will work with Senior Management but have freedom to implement innovative ideas and processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with similar motor trade experience and a strong procurement background. Great opportunity to make this role your own and develop your career within a forward thinking business!

Key Responsibilities

Take full responsibility of the Procurement of the car department and its sub departments

Manage relationships with current manufactures, dealers and finance providers

Review and negotiate existing agreements to optimise commercial terms

Develop additional business relationships with new suppliers and manufacturers

Manage and replenish stock to ensure adequate levels to achieve the companies targets

Liaise closely with Head of Sales, Group Buyer, Marketing Manager and Digital Manager to provide insight and facilitate action for both paid and organic deals

Ensure all deals are accurately advertised across all channels

Work closely with marketing team once stock and offers have been finalised and advise on how to advertise the deals

Consistently search for new tactical deals and special offers

Manage and develop an existing team and department

Skills Required:

Must have recent similar experience working in the Motor Industry (essential)

Possess procurement experience

Team management

Excellent communication skills

Must be able to use initiative

Dynamic and provide innovative ideas

Able to work at a fast pace

Great team working skills

Company Benefits:

Negotiable salary, depending on experience, ranging from GBP75k–GBP100k (including bonus)

Office based, flexible home working, standard hours 8am–5pm (flexible)

30 days annual leave

Rapid company expansion providing excellent development and career opportunities

Company Pension