Procurement
Expertly matching top procurement talent with leading UK businesses.
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The trusted choice for procurement hiring across the UK.
For more than 25 years, Huntress has been a trusted partner to organisations across the UK, helping them design, build and strengthen high-performing procurement functions.
We know that effective procurement goes far beyond purchasing - it’s about creating value, managing risk, and ensuring that every supplier relationship contributes to your organisation’s strategic objectives. Our deep understanding of the procurement landscape enables us to identify professionals who can drive efficiency, innovation and long-term commercial success. Whether you’re developing a new procurement strategy or enhancing an existing one, Huntress is here to connect you with the talent and expertise to make it happen.
We place:
- We specialise in sourcing top procurement talent at all levels, temp, contract and permanent.
- Roles we regularly fill include: Buyer, Category Manager, Procurement/ Commercial Manager, Head of Procurement
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Strengthening the procurement and supply chain function through strategic recruitment
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Team
Meet the Team
Kathryn Sanders
Principal Consultant
With 20 years’ experience in recruitment, Kathryn specialises in mid–senior level procurement roles across Birmingham and the West Midlands. She combines her extensive market knowledge and expertise with Huntress’s values to deliver a consultative and tailored approach. She manages the full recruitment process - from sourcing and headhunting to interview support, negotiation, and post-placement care - ensuring an efficient and successful outcome for both clients and candidates. Whether you are an organisation seeking top procurement talent or a candidate ready for your next career move, Kathryn is dedicated to achieving the best results.
Lisa Stearns-Harding
Principal Consultant
Lisa brings 25 years of recruitment experience, with 20 of those years dedicated to Huntress. She has a proven track record of providing both permanent and interim staffing solutions across a wide range of industries, with particular expertise in sourcing talented professionals within Procurement and Office Support.
Her consultative approach to recruitment, combined with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, has been key to her long-standing success. Lisa is recognised for her ability to truly understand client needs and deliver exceptional candidates who add long-term value to their organisations.
Charlotte Merritt
Senior Consultant
With over ten years in the recruitment industry, Charlotte brings a true 360 degree approach to her role. She believes in honesty and transparency to ensure the best experience for all clients and candidates.
Charlotte Richardson
Senior Consultant
With over four years of recruitment experience, Charlotte is passionate about connecting exceptional talent with fantastic opportunities. Her expertise lies within Procurement recruitment across East & West Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, Middlesex, and Kent regions, where she has built solid and lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Charlotte is dedicated to helping professionals find their ideal roles and assisting companies in building strong, effective teams to drive business success.
Jessica Atkinson
Delivery Consultant
Having been with Huntress for 11 years, Jess has developed a thorough understanding of recruitment from the ground up. She began in the delivery team, building strong relationships with both candidates and clients, gaining valuable insights into talent and career development. Today, she specialises in end to end recruitment within the procurement sector, connecting top talent with opportunities across the South East, South West, and Oxford. Known for her approachable style and deep industry expertise, Jess is dedicated to helping both clients and candidates achieve their goals.
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FAQs
How quickly can you help us find procurement talent?
For interim and contract roles, we can present an initial candidate shortlist within 24 - 72 hours. For permanent hires, we’ll provide a shortlist of qualified candidates within an agreed timeframe, typically within 3 working days depending on the seniority of the role.
Do you understand the procurement market and salary benchmarks?
Absolutely. We have up to date market intelligence on salaries, day rates, and candidate availability across different sectors. We’ll guide you on realistic packages to secure the right talent.
How do you ensure candidates are the right fit for our business?
We take a consultative approach, understanding your organisation, culture, and role requirements before shortlisting candidates. Every candidate is interviewed and assessed on both technical procurement expertise and softer skills like stakeholder management.
Do you have access to passive candidates, not just job seekers?
Yes. Many of our placements come from our established network of procurement professionals, not just active job hunters. This gives you access to a wider talent pool, including candidates not visible on job boards.
Why should we use a specialist procurement recruiter instead of a generalist?
Procurement recruitment is our expertise. We understand the unique skill sets required - from delivering cost savings to managing supplier risk - and can quickly identify candidates who add value to your team.
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