Buying Manager (Food/FMCG)

Company: Morgan Hunt
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Location: Scotland
Job Description:

Procurement Manager Fixed term – Maternity Cover (14 months) Head Office Edinburgh – Can be anywhere in Scotland£Morgan Hunt are delighted to be supporting our clients as they search for a Procurement Manager to support a leading organisation delivering large-scale, socially impactful programmes across Scotland.

This fixed-term role will take ownership of the organisation’s procurement activities – ensuring compliance, value for money, and effective management of contractual and supply chain risk.

This role could go to permanent due to potential company growth.

Lead end-to-end procurement processes across multiple categories and service areas Develop and manage supplier relationships, driving performance and continuous improvement Oversee tendering, evaluation, and contract award activities in line with public-sector procurement regulations Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement and supplier-related risks to ensure resilience and continuity Provide expert advice to internal teams on procurement strategy, risk management, and compliance Support the organisation’s sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community benefit objectives

Proven experience in procurement or contract management, ideally within a regulated or public-sector environment Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, legislation, and risk management principles Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible, hybrid working arrangements Opportunity to contribute to projects with real social and environmental impact

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies….

Posted: April 14th, 2026