Job Description
DarcyBrook is recruiting for a Packaging Procurement Manager for a manufacturing organisation based in Kent.
The Role :
* Mentor and drive a dedicated squad of sourcing and estimation professionals.
* Engage with a diverse vendor network to secure top-tier value, focusing on cost-efficiency, uncompromised quality, and service reliability.
* Manage the full lifecycle of purchasing for raw materials, external services, and operational consumables.
* Ensure all project bids are razor-sharp, market-competitive, and technically sound.
* Act as the vital link between the shop floor and the boardroom, working with production and technical teams to ensure every spec is both feasible and lean.
* Deliver comprehensive intelligence on production costs, material burn rates, and procurement KPIs to guide executive decision-making.
* Keep a pulse on the UK and European landscape, navigating pricing shifts and supply chain ripples before they become waves.