Job Description
Are you a commercially driven procurement professional looking to make a real impact in a growing, international environment?
We are currently partnering with a well-established and rapidly expanding international business within the food sector to recruit a Procurement Manager.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly innovative organisation that operates across multiple global markets, supplying tailored solutions to a diverse customer base. The business has a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement, and is known for its collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.
On offer
* Salary circa £70,000
* Enhanced holidays and company pension
* Exciting learning and development opportunities
The Opportunity
Reporting into the Head of Procurement, you will take full responsibility for direct procurement activities within the business. This is a hands-on position where you will lead sourcing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure continuity of supply across key categories.
You will also have line management responsibility for a 1 direct report and work closely with central procurement teams, as well as a wide range of internal stakeholders across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee end-to-end procurement for key spend areas, including ingredients and packaging materials
* Lead and manage supplier tenders, negotiations, and the rollout of commercial agreements for locally controlled categories
* Analyse market conditions and commodity fluctuations, providing regular updates and insights to internal teams and customers
* Work closely with both UK and central procurement functions to support the delivery of wider business objectives and initiatives
* Establish and nurture effective supplier partnerships to drive performance, reliability, and long-term value
* Contribute procurement expertise to cross-functional projects, particularly in support of new product launches and innovation
* Design and implement sourcing approaches that optimise cost, quality, and supply security
* Ensure all procurement activities are executed efficiently, meeting budgetary targets, timelines, and required specifications
About You
* A degree in procurement or a related field is preferred
* Demonstrated experience in procurement, ideally within the food sector
* Strong analytical approach with keen attention to detail
* Effective communicator, able to engage and influence stakeholders across all levels
* Solid understanding of core procurement principles and practices
* Commercially astute, with the ability to analyse financial data and performance metrics
* Skilled in negotiation, with a background in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data
* Experience supporting, mentoring, or leading team members is beneficial
Additional Information
* This role in Bedfordshire
* Regular travel within the UK to other sites and suppliers
* Occasional international travel - Approx 4 trips per year