Procurement Recruitment That Delivers Commercial Value

Finding procurement talent isn’t just about filling a vacancy – it’s about securing professionals who protect margins, reduce risk, and unlock commercial value.

Because procurement is a supply chain value driver – not just a cost controller. We deliver high-influence procurement specialists who don’t just manage spend – they elevate supplier performance and drive measurable outcomes.

We align the right people to your strategic goals – with speed, precision, and long-term fit built in.

Why Procurement Leaders Partner Bis Henderson Recruitment

We don’t just understand the market – we optimise it.

The Brief's Vague - And Everyone Wants Something Different.

Procurement means savings to finance, risk to legal, sustainability to ops – but misalignment shifts the brief.

We bring clarity before candidates – shaping a role that reflects business priorities, not internal politics. We deliver a shortlist that aligns talent, tension, and commercial outcomes.

The previous hire looked great on paper - but struggled in practice.

Procurement needs more than knowledge - without influence and fluency, the role becomes a bottleneck, not a lever.

We recruit for more than capability – we recruit for contribution. Every candidate we place is assessed for their impact, not just their experience.

The savings looked great - until the contract fell apart.

Short-term wins often hide long-term risks. Without oversight, supplier performance slips, and hidden costs start to surface.

We place procurement specialists who manage risk as well as spend – bringing the visibility, control, and foresight complex supply chains demand.

The best Procurement Talent Isn’t Just Rare – It’s In High Demand.

They’re trusted by CFOs, leading programmes, moving up fast - they’re not applying, because they don’t need to.

But they will talk to us. Because we don’t pitch jobs – we shape careers. That’s how we deliver high-influence hires others never even see.

Strategic Procurement Recruitment, Built for Business Impact

We’re not just procurement recruiters. We understand the levers, the external pressure, the internal politics – and we help you win in that space. From supplier risk and ESG goals to contract performance and stakeholder complexity, we place people who influence outcomes where it matters most – by navigating complex stakeholder landscapes and shaping supplier relationships that deliver.

That’s why we act as an extension of your team – a strategic partner across permanent hires, interim solutions and senior procurement leadership. Whether you’re building future sourcing capability or solving an urgent supplier challenge, we bring commercial fluency, precision hiring, and talent that sharpens spend, reduces risk, and builds supplier strength.

Functional Coverage Across Your Procurement Operation

No two procurement operations look the same. Whether you’re centralised or decentralised, project-based or business-as-usual, the talent you need depends on structure, scale, and spend. We recruit across the full procurement operation – from sourcing and contracts to supplier management –  placing people who protect margins, reduce risk, and deliver measurable value.

We recruit across key procurement functions:

Category Management

Cost & Spend Analysis

Strategic Sourcing

Risk & Compliance

Contract Management

Sustainable / Ethical Procurement

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Direct & Indirect Procurement

Procure-to-Pay (P2P)

CAPEX / Project Procurement

eProcurement & Systems (ERP / SRM Tools)

Outsourcing & Third-Party Management

Key Roles We Place in Procurement

We place procurement professionals across the full function – from operational buyers to strategic leaders. Whether you’re managing spend, reshaping supplier strategy, or driving value creation, we know what sharp looks like – and where to find it.

Not every procurement role means the same thing – and job titles rarely tell the full story. We help define the scope, sharpen the brief, and align every hire to real commercial goals. So you’re not just hiring for now, you’re building procurement capability that lasts.

Head of Procurement

Leads procurement delivery, builds high-performing teams, and aligns sourcing with business priorities.

Procurement Director

Owns strategy, structure, and results - across cost, compliance, risk, and performance - while leading high-performing teams.

Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)

Drives transformation, board-level impact, and supplier innovation at scale.

Category Manager

Owns sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and stakeholder value across key spend areas.

Senior Buyer

Manages complex negotiations, strategic vendor decisions, and sourcing delivery.

Buyer

Delivers best-value purchasing outcomes with day-to-day supplier and contract accountability.

Sourcing Manager

Runs end-to-end sourcing, from tender through to contract execution and performance tracking.

Strategic Sourcing Lead

Shapes long-term sourcing strategies that drive margin, compliance, and supplier strength.

Supplier Relationship Manager

Maximises supplier performance, mitigates risk, and drives long-term value from partnerships.

Contracts Manager

Owns contract lifecycle, terms, risk and stakeholder alignment across procurement activity.

Vendor Manager

Manages vendor onboarding, compliance, and value delivery across agreed service lines.

Procurement Operations Manager

Improves procurement processes, systems, and performance tracking across the function.

eProcurement Specialist

Optimises digital procurement tools to improve spend control and efficiency.

Procurement Analyst

Delivers spend visibility, opportunity insight, and actionable data for procurement strategy.

Procurement Systems Lead

Owns platform strategy (ERP, P2P), system optimisation, and user engagement.

P2P / Procurement Process Manager

Drives efficiency, compliance, and clarity across the procure-to-pay cycle.

CAPEX Procurement Manager

Leads complex project procurement, risk, and contract strategy on high-value assets.

Indirect Procurement Lead

Owns strategy across indirect categories like IT, marketing, FM, and professional services.

Risk & Compliance Specialist

Manages procurement risk, policy, supplier due diligence, and regulatory compliance.

Sustainable Procurement Manager

Aligns sourcing decisions with ESG goals, ethical practices, and sustainable outcomes.

Project Procurement Lead

Delivers project-based sourcing, timelines, and supplier performance on transformation programmes.

RECENT ROLES FILLED

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Still Got Questions?

Let’s Clear Them Up.

What if we’re not sure which procurement role we actually need?

That’s exactly where we add the most value. Whether it’s category depth, sourcing capability, or contract ownership – we help clarify the brief before you go to market, so you’re hiring for outcomes, not just job titles.

Yes – whether the process has slowed, internal alignment is off, or a previous search failed to deliver, we can step in quickly. We’ll reset the brief, realign expectations, and deliver a shortlist that hits the mark – fast.

We’re in regular conversation with procurement professionals who aren’t applying elsewhere – but will move for the right opportunity. They trust us to bring roles with real scope, clarity, and commercial weight – and they take our calls.

Titles don’t always tell the story – and scope can vary hugely by sector, team structure, and spend. We decode the brief, understand the stakeholder landscape, and find people who can deliver in your world – not just on paper.

Absolutely. We’re often brought in as a procurement specialist to complement broader talent strategies. Whether it’s insight, speed, or niche market access – we integrate seamlessly and focus on results, not stepping on toes.

Can’t find what you’re looking for?

Need Support Beyond Procurement?

We also recruit across the broader supply chain and logistics landscape – with the same sector-specific precision and high-performance focus.