Procurement Manager in Doncaster

Job Description

Procurement Manager

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive

Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (quality, cost, delivery).
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and audits.
• Identify and deliver cost‑saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety.
• Monitor commodity markets and manage price fluctuations.
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure all suppliers meet relevant food safety and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC, ISO).
• Maintain full traceability of materials in line with regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Work closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
• Manage inventory levels, minimising waste and avoiding stockouts.
• Oversee supplier lead times and delivery schedules.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., supplier dependency, disruptions).
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) desirable.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings and budget adherence.
• Supplier performance (quality, delivery, reliability).
• Stock availability and inventory turnover.
• Compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.

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