Group Head of Procurement

The Group Head of Procurement plays a mission-critical role in shaping Rohlik Group’s non-grocery sourcing & procurement landscape across all countries and functions. This role owns the Group-wide sourcing & procurement strategy for Real Estate, Last Mile, Automation, Hardware, Software Commodities, and other business-critical non-grocery categories. You will also lead the Capital Expenditure Committee for the Group, ensuring high-impact investment decisions align with long-term business goals.

With a strong focus on technology, data, and AI-powered tools, you will drive smarter, faster, and more scalable procurement processes. Working closely with the Executive Board, you will co-create the Group’s procurement roadmap and deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing, vendor partnerships, and cost-efficient CapEx planning.

What will be your key responsibilities:

• Own and execute the Group’s non-grocery sourcing & procurement strategy, covering Real Estate, Automation, Last Mile, Technology, Hardware, Software, and Commodities.

• Chair the Capital Expenditure Committee and oversee CapEx governance, alignment, and prioritization across the Group.

• Embed the use of AI, digital procurement tools, and analytics to optimize procurement performance, identify opportunities, and automate decision-making.

• Partner closely with the Executive Board to shape the Group’s long-term procurement roadmap and investment strategies.

• Lead, inspire, and develop three high-performing teams within the Group Procurement function through deep-diving into mission critical topics

• Build a high-impact supplier network that delivers quality, innovation, and cost efficiency.

• Ensure risk management, compliance, and sustainability are embedded in all procurement processes.

• Monitor market trends and emerging technologies to future-proof procurement strategies.

What experience should you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in leadership and senior roles, ideally in high-growth, tech-enabled, or multi-market environments.

• Proven experience managing complex CapEx projects and vendor ecosystems across diverse categories.

• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to drive negotiations at executive level.

• Strong knowledge of AI and digital tools in procurement, including automation, analytics, and contract management systems.

• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution and delivery.

• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What do you get in return:

• Inspiring meetings ROHLIKtalks, our suppliers presentations and tasting.

• Unlimited Free Days.

• Bonusly - benefits for kudos.

• Multisport Benefit card, On the bike to work and other sport challenges.

• Rohlík Premium + 10% discount on online shopping with us.

• Subsidised vending machine with Sklizeno & Nespresso coffee.

• Your work will have a direct impact on the company's results.

• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic team.

• We will implement your good ideas almost immediately – not waiting for the approval of the headquarters somewhere in the world.