Indirect Procurement Manager
Multinational FMCG Business
c£45k + Bonus
Hybrid Working – 2 days in Folkstone Kent Office
We’re looking for an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead indirect procurement across UK and supporting EU sites. This is a strategic role where you’ll drive cost savings, efficiency, and supplier excellence across multiple functions.
Our client:
* Global consumer goods powerhouse with instantly recognizable brands across multiple categories
* Strong growth trajectory through strategic investment and recent acquisitions
* Close-knit, approachable culture that values collaboration and innovation
* Committed to delivering long-term impact while offering clear career progression
What’s exciting:
* Own your function – lead initiatives, manage complex contracts, and influence senior stakeholders.
* Collaborate across marketing, IT, HR, logistics, and more – every day brings a new challenge.
* Work in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values autonomy, initiative, and strategic thinking.
Key responsibilities:
* Lead cost-saving initiatives and efficiency projects across the business.
* Negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and recommend strategic solutions.
* Develop a 3-5-year procurement plan, ensuring service continuity and operational excellence.
* Share insights, stay ahead of market trends, and align strategies with global colleagues.
Who you are:
* Several years’ experience in indirect procurement across categories like Marketing, IT/Telecom, HR, MRO, and Logistics.
* Skilled negotiator with a proven record of delivering savings and influencing stakeholders.
* Strategic, adaptable, and ready to thrive in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.
* CIPS qualification or equivalent desirable.
Please send your CV using the form on this page, quoting reference 19/17456/7. Confidentiality assured.
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