Procurement Manager
We’re working with a leading food manufacturing business seeking an experienced and commercially focused Procurement Manager to oversee supplier relationships and purchasing strategy across their product and operations network. This is a pivotal role ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality ingredients, packaging, and indirect services while maintaining best value, food safety, and sustainability standards.
This position is suited to a hands‑on procurement professional with strong commercial acumen, supplier management experience, and a background in food or FMCG environments. You’ll lead on sourcing, contract management, and category strategy while driving efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a robust three‑year procurement strategy aligned with business objectives
- Source, assess, and negotiate with suppliers for ingredients, packaging, and operational goods
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness
- Oversee contract management, including pricing agreements, SLAs, and supplier performance reviews
- Track market trends, commodity pricing, and potential supply chain risks to support strategic purchasing decisions
- Collaborate closely with production, quality assurance, logistics, and finance teams to ensure seamless operations
- Maintain accurate procurement data, forecasts, and reports across ERP and purchasing systems
- Drive cost‑saving initiatives through effective category management and supplier consolidation
- Ensure full compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and ethical sourcing requirements
- Lead, coach, and develop procurement team members to support performance and professional growth
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience (5+ years) in procurement, ideally within food manufacturing or FMCG
- Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
- Solid understanding of food ingredients, packaging, and compliance frameworks (e.g. BRC, HACCP)
- Demonstrable commercial acumen with a track record of cost optimisation and budget management
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organisational skills
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Food Science, or related discipline
Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well‑established and growing food business where procurement plays a vital role in supporting operational success. You’ll have autonomy to shape strategy, influence decision‑making, and deliver meaningful cost and process improvements within a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Procurement Manager with strong category and supplier management expertise, and available for an immediate or short‑notice start, we’d love to hear from you.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Contract
Job function
- Supply Chain
- Distribution
- Production
Industries
Food and Beverage Retail
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