Director of Supply Chain & Procurement

About the role

Davies Group is seeking a commercially driven leader to head its Supply Chain & Procurement function within the Property Claims division. Reporting to the Claims Director, Property, you will shape the future of the business by overseeing a network of repair partners and supply chain operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop multiple network management and supply chain teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee service delivery across the Property division to ensure high‑quality outcomes for clients.
• Drive divisional financial performance, owning revenue, profitability, forecasting and cost management.
• Manage and optimise supplier relationships, ensuring partners deliver performance, quality and value.
• Champion a “One Davies” approach, uniting teams to achieve common goals and exceptional customer experiences.
• Monitor operational performance through reporting, data analysis and KPI management.
• Provide strategic insight and recommendations to support business growth and operational excellence.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders as a trusted senior leader.
• Contribute to business development activities, including tenders and client proposals.
• Drive innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement across the supply chain and repair network.

Required profile

• Extensive leadership experience managing large operational teams directly and via senior management structures.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience within the Property Claims sector with strong knowledge of property insurance and building repair services.
• Proven track record of delivering financial performance, including P&L responsibility, revenue growth and cost control.
• Experience managing complex supplier networks, repair contractors or supply chain partnerships.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills and ability to build credibility with clients, colleagues and suppliers.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, using data to drive decision‑making and performance improvements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer‑first mindset with a passion for service excellence.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while maintaining strategic focus.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

What we offer

• Leadership training programme and Davies Innovation Lab.
• Funding for professional qualifications and learning opportunities.
• Pension with 5% employee and 5% employer contribution.
• Life assurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, lease‑car salary sacrifice.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Wellbeing centre, 24/7 confidential helpline, employee resource groups.
• 25 days holiday (increasing with service), flexible working and dress‑for‑your‑day policy.
• Discounts with hundreds of UK retailers and financial wellbeing hub.