Head of Consumables Supply Chain

We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to shape the future of our global sourcing and supplier management operations in our Consumables Supply Chain. In this pivotal role, you will set and execute strategies that drive cost leadership, supplier excellence, and supply chain resilience. Reporting to the SVP, Service Supply Chain, you will lead high-performing teams, build strong supplier partnerships, and deliver measurable results that support our long-term business growth. If you thrive in dynamic, cross-functional environments and are passionate about delivering value through innovation and operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

Your responsibilities

Lead and develop Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management teams, ensuring alignment with enterprise procurement strategy and business objectives.
Design and implement category strategies, cost models, and supplier market assessments to drive competitiveness.
Oversee supplier selection, negotiations, contracting, and governance to maximise value and mitigate risk.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance improvement, cost optimisation, and innovation.
Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement effective mitigation and contingency plans.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, SLAs, and quality performance standards.

What you bring

10+ years’ progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management, ideally in a global context.
Proven leadership of cross-functional teams and ability to influence at executive level.
Strong commercial acumen, advanced negotiation skills, and a track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
Expertise in supplier analytics, ERP systems, and digital sourcing tools.
Strategic mindset with a hands-on, results-driven approach in complex and fast-changing environments.
Commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams.

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.

What we offer

We offer a high-impact leadership position with global scope, where you will have the strategic influence to shape sourcing strategies that drive business growth, innovation, and sustainability. You will work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment with exposure to senior stakeholders, supported by professional development and career growth opportunities within a leading organisation. We provide a competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to work–life balance.

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and minerals industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers