Your newpany
We have teamed up with a leading manufacturer of artisanal, high-quality baked goods. An annual turnover that is in excess of £20m with a workforce of over 200. With products in more than 500 stores across Northern Ireland, and producing a range of goods for many of the UK’s largest and most prestigious retailers.
Your new role
1. Assist with the negotiation, administration, and oversight of supplier contracts to ensure uninterrupted supply and adherence to food safety and quality standards.
2. Develop and distribute Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to suppliers, ensuring alignment with both operational needs and regulatory requirements specific to the food industry.
3. Drive cost-saving initiatives by identifying and executing sourcing strategies that support production deadlines.
4. Apply contractual remedies in response to supplier breaches, particularly where issues impact food safety or critical delivery timelines.
5. Support the identification and onboarding of new suppliers, fostering strategic partnerships to strengthen supply chain resilience and encourage innovation in food sourcing.
6. Ensure procurement and sourcing systems are maintained with exceptional data accuracy and traceability, inpliance with industry standards.
7. Serve as a keymercial contact, managing the resolution of supplier-related claims and disputes.
8. Track and manage procurement expenditures, contributing to effective budget control and cost efficiency, with a focus on raw materials, packaging, and ingredients.
9. Incorporate environmental sustainability into procurement decisions, particularly when sourcing ingredients, by evaluating suppliers’ environmental practices, promoting responsible sourcing, and supporting initiatives that reduce the environmental impact of the supply chain.
What you'll need to succeed
10. 2+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing, ideally within the food or FMCG industry.
11. Strong negotiation, analytical, andmunication skills
12. Proficiency in procurement systems
13. IT Skills to include Microsoft Office
14. Understanding of food safety standards, supplier audits, and traceability requirements
15. Knowledge of Health and Safety and Food Hygiene in the workplace
What you'll get in return
16. Flexible working
17. Potential hybrid
18. Great team environment
19. Career progression