Your new company A well-established UK-based cooperative, known for its strong presence in the dairy sector, is seeking a Group Cost Transformation & Compliance Support Manager to join their Finance team. Your new role In this newly created position, you'll take the lead in driving cost efficiency and ensuring policy compliance across third-party supplier spend. Acting as a key business partner to various departments, you'll identify opportunities to streamline supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms, and implement robust procurement practices. You'll also play a vital role in maintaining supplier records, conducting audits, and supporting regulatory compliance initiatives, including GDPR and trade regulations. What you'll need to succeed A degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or similar (or 5 years' relevant experience) Proven experience in procurement or finance within manufacturing, FMCG, or food retail Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities Skilled in contract negotiation and supplier management Comfortable working with data and IT systems Knowledge of compliance frameworks and procurement best practices What you'll get in return Competitive salary package 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life Assurance Enhanced family leave policies Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Opportunities for career progression and professional development A collaborative and values-driven working environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Procurement Specialist Contract Management Risk Management Benefits: Work From Home competitive