Procurement

Procurement recruitment that delivers lasting value

Introduction

The value of a modern Procurement function extends far beyond cost savings.

The right Procurement professionals act as strategic partners to drive cost optimisation, reduce risk, and strengthen supplier relationships to build long-term resilience and competitive advantage.

At JSS, we connect organisations with Procurement specialists who deliver this impact. From interim support to specialists and senior leaders, we place professionals with the commercial insight to turn external spend into value, supporting growth and business success.

Our clients

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How we deliver smarter Procurement solutions

At JSS, we specialise in connecting organisations with Procurement professionals who drive real impact. With over 50 years’ combined Procurement experience, we understand the evolving demands of the profession and the challenges facing teams today.

We start by asking the right questions: Where can value be unlocked? Which skills or behaviours are missing? Using our deep network of talent, we identify professionals who can deliver results, challenge assumptions, and elevate your team. Every candidate we present is fully qualified, ensuring faster decisions, stronger hires, and lasting impact.

Roles

Roles we recruit for

Chief Procurement Officer
Head of Procurement
Procurement Manager
Category Manager
Procurement Analyst

Buyer
Contract Manager
Supplier / Vendor Manager
Supplier Relationship Management
Third Party Risk Management

Why businesses choose JSS for Procurement recruitment

  • 50+ years of combined Procurement recruitment experience
  • Established Procurement network with teams based in London and the Midlands
  • A personalised and consultative approach focused on your business’s goals and challenges
  • Trusted by start-ups, scale-ups, and FTSE firms for permanent, interim, and contract hires
  • Specialists who understand the evolving Procurement market and the strategic value of Procurement professionals.

Procurement recruitment from leading brands and growing teams

We partner with businesses at every stage of growth, from start-ups to global enterprises, helping them build indirect Procurement teams that deliver commercial impact. We support:

  • Commerce and industry businesses
  • Financial services firms
  • PE and VC-backed companies
Meet the team

Your dedicated Procurement recruiters

FAQs

Your Procurement recruitment questions answered

Yes. We specialise in both permanent and interim Procurement recruitment, from entry-level to CPO appointments. Many of our clients rely on our interim network to provide seamless cover or specialist expertise while permanent hiring is in progress.

Absolutely. With teams based in London and the Midlands, we have built a deep UK-wide Procurement network and regularly deliver hires across the regions. Our reach and relationships mean we can connect you with the best Procurement talent across the UK.

Yes. With over 50 years’ combined experience in Procurement recruitment, we understand the nuances of both specialist and cross-category roles, covering IT, digital, professional services, and direct materials.

We also recruit across supplier management and third-party risk, helping organisations build teams that enhance governance, resilience, and value creation.
We know the market, the challenges, and the professionals who can deliver impact across the full supplier lifecycle.

Case studies

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How we've helped our clients

Building a procurement leadership team during UK-wide transformation

We supported a large UK-based organisation through a major procurement restructure, helping to build senior and specialist capability as part of a wider transformation and cost-saving programme.
How we've helped our clients

Attracting talented procurement experts in a candidate short market

Our client, a major international business services group, contacted JSS Search regarding a requirement for up to 6 procurement professionals, mainly at category manager level, to join their team ensuring best practice in procurement activities across the group. These were roles in high demand category areas, with many employers struggling to source credible candidates and salary inflation at acute levels. Our client had found recruitment in this profession challenging on a number of occasions before speaking to JSS.
How we've helped our clients

Recruiting for a new procurement team

IAG wished to centralise their procurement functions across their subsidiary businesses to leverage the power of the overall group and become a centre for excellence. They engaged JSS Search to conduct an extensive search for procurement experts at a variety of different levels up to and including Category Leads.
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