Procurement Manager

Pulpex is a pioneering fibre packaging company delivering scalable, renewable packaging solutions. Their fibre-based, first-of-its-kind bottles uses cutting-edge innovation to drive significant change in the eco-packaging space.

In the UK, more than 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day, with approximately 16 million ending up in landfill, being incinerated, or polluting our environment and waterways. The UK’s 25-Year Environment Plan aims to double resource productivity and eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2050. Companies like Pulpex are vital for delivering affordable, scalable solutions that support a more sustainable future for consumer goods and professional products.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Procurement Manager will take ownership of procurement activities across Pulpex’s UK manufacturing and R&D operations, while supporting the continued development of the company’s international Manufacturing-Under-License (MUL) partner network.

This role will be responsible for developing robust supplier partnerships, driving commercial performance, supporting manufacturing operations and ensuring procurement processes are scalable as the business grows globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to business growth, operational performance and sustainability objectives
• Lead sourcing, negotiation and supplier management across raw materials, capital equipment, consumables and indirect spend
• Manage procurement of manufacturing equipment and production line tooling in collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing and R&D teams
• Oversee supplier contracts, commercial agreements and supplier performance to ensure cost, quality and service targets are achieved
• Support manufacturing operations through effective materials planning, inventory optimisation and supply chain coordination
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while embedding responsible sourcing and sustainability principles into procurement processes

About You

We are looking for a commercially astute procurement professional with experience operating in manufacturing, industrial or technology-led environments.

You will ideally have:

• Procurement and/or supply chain experience within manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial Environments
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• A pragmatic, hands-on and solutions-focused approach

For further details on the role, please apply now. Alternatively, email your CV to nafeel.mahmood@drnewitt.com