Head of Procurement

Millar Cameron, in partnership with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is seeking a Head of Procurement and Logistics. FSC works to take care of our forests and those who rely on them: by protecting plant and animal species, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, forest workers’ safety, and much more. They achieve this through FSC certification, ensuring forests around the world are responsibly managed. For more information on FSC, visit www.ic.fsc.org.

FSC is dedicated to protecting the world’s forests by ensuring a skilled and passionate team works with them globally. The organization has grown significantly despite global challenges, leading to a new management structure. This growth has allowed for the expansion of the secretariat, improving the ability to focus on organizational priorities and global strategy implementation. FSC is now establishing a formal Procurement and Logistics function that will encompass procurement, logistics, travel, workplace management, and events.

FSC is seeking a Head of Procurement and Logistics to design, lead, and operationalize a modern, efficient function aligned with FSC’s strategic goals. The role offers strategic and hands-on leadership across procurement, travel, events, and workplace management, driving efficient, digital, and value-focused services globally in support of FSC’s strategy.

The Head of Procurement and Logistics, based in Bonn, Germany, will have responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Lead the Procurement Team, ensuring efficient, timely, customer-focused service.
• Manage high-value procurement: tenders, negotiations, contracts, and frameworks.
• Streamline processes using tools and supplier frameworks to reduce turnaround times.
• Improve procurement policies, tools, and documentation.
• Drive savings and promote innovative, compliant procurement practices.
• Advise stakeholders on procurement best practices.

Travel, Events & Workplace Management

• Oversee logistics, travel, events, and facilities across offices.
• Ensure cost-effective, sustainable delivery through clear policies and tools.
• Build systems to support smooth operations and staff experience.
• Manage soft services contracts for value and quality.
• Maintain accurate procurement and logistics data.
• Monitor supplier risk and ensure policy compliance.
• Track market trends and manage risks proactively.
• Lead the digital transformation of procurement and logistics.

Leadership & Management

• Manage and mentor team; conduct check-ins and support development.
• Advise senior leadership on procurement and operations.
• Foster collaboration and service excellence.
• Own and manage budgets; deliver forecasts and reports.
• Represent the department internally and externally.
• Oversee vendor performance and handle escalations.

The desired candidate will have, but not be limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 10+ years in procurement, including 3+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience setting up and managing procurement/logistics functions, including consultant procurement.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Office 365 (especially Excel and Word); ERP/procurement systems experience a plus.
• Skilled in digital procurement tools; able to recommend fit-for-purpose systems.
• Experience in events/facilities management, including office moves/refurbishments.
• International exposure, especially in Africa, Asia, or Latin America; understanding of regional nuances.
• Experience in multicultural, multilingual teams.
• Sustainability mindset; able to integrate emissions tracking in planning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; stakeholder management experience.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Millar Cameron, we are dedicated to supporting our clients in building and supporting diverse and inclusive workplaces and culture, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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