Head of Buying in Witham

Job description

HEAD OF BUYING

At DD, we don’t just buy dental products - we shape the product offering that drives commercial success across the UK market. As our Head of Buying, you’ll lead a talented team of Buyers to deliver procurement excellence, supplier partnerships, and category strategies that maximise value and margin. You’ll also collaborate closely with our European sister companies to leverage group-wide synergies and innovations.

Your role at a glance:

• Lead and execute the buying strategy across all product categories to meet customer needs and market trends.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate trading agreements, and secure exclusive offers and promotions.
• Oversee range selection, lifecycle management, and category rationalisation to optimise the product portfolio.
• Drive cost savings and commercial KPIs, collaborating with Finance, Supply Chain, and European teams.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Buying team to achieve procurement and category targets.
• Champion best practices and innovative buying techniques to enhance margin and reduce waste.

Why this role matters: You’ll be central to ensuring DD maintains a market-leading product range and strong supplier partnerships that support our continued growth and profitability in the UK dental sector.

What you bring:

• Proven leadership in senior buying, procurement, or category management roles.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering procurement savings and successful promotions.
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and multi-country or group procurement initiatives.
• Background in dental, healthcare, or medical supplies sectors preferred.
• Degree or professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) preferred, or equivalent experience.

What We Offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a brilliant range of benefits to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and long-term future:

• Discretionary company performance bonus
• Comprehensive employee discount portal – savings on gym memberships, shopping, and days out
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Extra day off for your birthday
• 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase more
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and company sick pay
• Eye test vouchers and dental plan
• Mental health support and virtual GP access
• Company pension scheme
• SmartPay interest-free loan scheme
• Life assurance cover

Apply now to lead DD’s buying function and make a direct impact on our product strategy and commercial success.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Witham

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English