WHO WE ARE:

Cardo Group is a social housing property maintenance company.
Our multi-company group specializes in maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services with a growing national footprint. With ambitious plans for further national expansion, we are committed to making a lasting impact in the industry.
We are currently looking for a a Head of Supply Chain & Logistics to join our team.
We will be flexible in terms of location for the right person but there would be an expectation to work closely with our teams in Cardiff and Crawley, as well as supporting our wider national presence.

KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience of effective procurement or supply chain management.
• Previous experience in a managerial role.
• Proven track record of successful procurement strategies and vendor negotiations.
• Strong ethical and integrity standards.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to work with and integrate newly acquired subsidiary businesses following acquisition.
• Experience in the sector (desirable)
• CIPS qualification (desirable)
• Experience designing a group strategy (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data, develop insights to inform strategic decisions.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Head of Supply Chain & Logistics is responsible for overseeing the Groups purchasing strategy and operations, ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining quality and supplier reliability.
The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, optimising purchasing activities, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

As Head of Supply Chain & Logistics you will manage and direct the purchasing of all the goods and services for the Group, across 4 subsidiary businesses, with annual revenue of over £175m per annum.
You will be responsible for identifying potential supplier sources, conducting interviews with potential vendors, negotiating favourable supplier agreements, and managing supplier and vendor contracts. Engagement and oversight of subsidiary stores and procurement activity, driving consistency and quality of service.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for identifying potential supplier sources, conducting interviews with potential vendors, negotiating favourable supplier agreements, and managing supplier and vendor contracts.
• Engagement and oversight of subsidiary stores and procurement activity, driving consistency and quality of service.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with our goals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive initiatives to improve purchasing efficiency.
• Continuously assess market trends to ensure the Group maintains a competitive procurement process.
• Identify and develop strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, service, and cost effectiveness.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure favourable agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure timely delivery, quality assurance, and adherence to contractual agreements.
• Analyse procurement spend and identify areas for cost savings and process improvements.
• Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring spend within approved limits.
• Implement best practices in procurement processes, reducing waste and inefficiencies.
• Draft, review, and approve contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with legal and Group requirements.
• Manage the renewal process for expiring contracts, ensuring continuity of supply.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with various departments, including operations, finance, and legal, to ensure seamless procurement processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and provide a positive procurement service.
• Implement inventory management systems to track purchasing data and vendor performance.
• Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supplier risks, price fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions.
• Develop contingency plans to deal with potential supply shortages or delays.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team to ensure continuous improvement and capability development.
• Implement and monitor policies for responsible and sustainable procurement.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on procurement performance, cost savings, and key risks.
• Use data and analytics to monitor procurement trends and make informed decisions.
• Develop procurement and warehouse management strategies that reduce the groups carbon impact and delivers on the Group’s ESG policies.
• Ensure any Group IT system utilising supplier rates is consistently updated with the latest rates to maintain accurate and current data for procurement and financial operations