Procurement Manager
3–6 Month Interim Contract | Camberley (Hybrid 1–2 Days On-Site)
£300–£400 per day (Inside IR35)
Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
We’re working with a leading food manufacturing business seeking an experienced and commercially focused Procurement Manager to oversee supplier relationships and purchasing strategy across their product and operations network. This is a pivotal role ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality ingredients, packaging, and indirect services while maintaining best value, food safety, and sustainability standards.
This position is suited to a hands-on procurement professional with strong commercial acumen, supplier management experience, and a background in food or FMCG environments. You’ll lead on sourcing, contract management, and category strategy while driving efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a robust three-year procurement strategy aligned with business objectives
* Source, assess, and negotiate with suppliers for ingredients, packaging, and operational goods
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
* Oversee contract management, including pricing agreements, SLAs, and supplier performance reviews
* Track market trends, commodity pricing, and potential supply chain risks to support strategic purchasing decisions
* Collaborate closely with production, quality assurance, logistics, and finance teams to ensure seamless operations
* Maintain accurate procurement data, forecasts, and reports across ERP and purchasing systems
* Drive cost-saving initiatives through effective category management and supplier consolidation
* Ensure full compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and ethical sourcing requirements
* Lead, coach, and develop procurement team members to support performance and professional growth
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience (5+ years) in procurement, ideally within food manufacturing or FMCG
* Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
* Solid understanding of food ingredients, packaging, and compliance frameworks (e.g. BRC, HACCP)
* Demonstrable commercial acumen with a track record of cost optimisation and budget management
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organisational skills
* Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
* Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Food Science, or related discipline
* CIPS qualification desirable
Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing food business where procurement plays a vital role in supporting operational success. You’ll have autonomy to shape strategy, influence decision-making, and deliver meaningful cost and process improvements within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Apply Now:
If you’re an experienced Procurement Manager with strong category and supplier management expertise, and available for an immediate or short-notice start, we’d love to hear from you.