Head of Procurement

Head of Procurement - EULocation: Hamburg, GermanyTravel: Regular travel to Madrid, with occasional European supplier visitsBuild a European Procurement Function From the Ground UpThis is a rare opportunity to create, shape and lead a strategic procurement function across Spain and Germany. With direct access to senior leadership and the autonomy to influence sourcing strategy, supplier performance and commercial outcomes, you will have genuine visibility across the European business.Package / BenefitsStrong base salary reflecting your experienceVariable bonusStrong holiday allowance and exclusive employee discountsScope to grow into a broader European remit based on resultsWhy This BusinessJoin an established international sports nutrition business with a strong European presence and ambitious plans for continued growth. As the organisation develops its operations across multiple markets, procurement is becoming an increasingly important commercial function.This is an opportunity to build rather than inherit - shaping sourcing strategy, strengthening supplier partnerships and creating the procurement framework needed to support the next stage of European growth.What You’ll Be DoingBuild and lead the strategic procurement function across Spanish and German operations, establishing the framework for wider EU sourcing.Drive cost optimisation and stronger commercial terms across suppliers and contract manufacturers, including payment terms, MOQs and trade credit insurance.Shape sourcing strategy across key sports nutrition and supplement categories, using global market and pricing intelligence to inform decisions.Partner with R&D, Quality, Finance and Sales while providing functional guidance to procurement teams across both markets.What You’ll BringProven strategic procurement or category management experience within sports nutrition, dietary supplements, food or another relevant regulated environment.Strong knowledge of ingredients such as protein, creatine, vitamins, minerals and botanicals, alongside experience managing contract manufacturers.A track record of developing supplier networks and delivering stronger commercial outcomes through structured, data-led negotiation.Fluent English and Spanish, with the flexibility to operate across Spain and Germany.German language capability is a strong advantage.Apply now for a confidential conversation with Walker Lovell.