Based - St Albans, AL1 2RE (Hybrid 50%) Permanent, Full Time Join Premier Foods - where people, brands and purpose come together. Were proud to be one of the UKs largest listed food businesses, with over 4,000 colleagues across 13 sites shaping the future of some of Britains best-loved brands, found in 94% of households nationwide, making us one of the UKs top three ambient food suppliers. From much-loved household names such as Mr Kipling, Bisto, Oxo, Batchelors and Sharwoods, to our recently welcomed brands Fuel10k and Merchant Gourmet, our portfolio is packed with iconic favourites - and continues to grow. Role Purpose This senior leadership role leads procurement activity for complex, highvalueandstrategically criticalBoughtinFinished Goods (BIFG). You will shape and deliverprocurement strategy that underpins major NPD, renovation and transformation programmes involvingcomanufacturers. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will playa central rolein delivering four ofPremier Foods five key strategic priorities-growing the UK core, international expansion, entering new categories and supporting inorganic growth. Whatyoullbedoing Definingand leadingtheend-to-endprocurement strategy for BIFG aligned to business and brand goals. Leadingand developingthe BIFG procurement team, ensuring clear priorities, capabilitydevelopmentand strong engagement. Overseeingallcomanufacturingpartners, ensuring resilience, strong commercialoutcomesand collaborative relationships. Partneringwith Marketing, NPD, R&D, Operations and Project Management to support innovation pipelines and product launches. Ensuringrobust understanding of cost,marginand value drivers infinishedgoodssupply chains. Leadingrisk management across the BIFG portfolio-including continuity, capacity, quality, ESG, ethical and reputational considerations. Drivingcontinuous improvement and innovation acrosscomanufacturers. Ensuringstrong governance, contracting and compliance with procurement policy and Delegation of Authority. Contributingto wider Procurement Leadership Team strategy,transformationand bestpractice sharing. Supportingfuture Supply Chain integration where acquisitions involvecomanufacturers. Whatweneedfromyou Extensive senior procurement experience, ideally in FMCG,comanufacturingor complex supply chains. Demonstrated leadership ofhighperformingteams. Strong commercial acumen and ability to lead multiplefastpaced, complex programmes. Experience partnering with NPD, R&D, Marketing and Operations at senior level. Strong competencies insupplyriskmanagement, ESG and ethical trade. A strategic mindset paired with excellent execution and stakeholderinfluencingskills. Whatweofferyouin return Competitive Salary Bonus Car Allowance Company Pension PrivateMedical(Family) Holiday Purchase Scheme Sharesave Scheme EV Car Scheme Paid Volunteering Day Employees benefits platform access At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. Were proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.