Company description: Premier Foods is one of Britains biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and youll find them in 94% of British households. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and potential 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. Job description: We are looking for a Procurement Manager Packaging to join our team. Due to retirement, we are looking for someone who can manage multiple packaging substrate categories across the entire Group. You will develop procurement strategies that support business objectives. Implement risk management and sustainability targets, support Innovation agenda, and drive Sustainability Strategies delivery. To excel in this role, you'll need to be a strong negotiator adept at managing complex negotiations. This role requires someone resilient and persistent, able to act quickly and make decisions. We're looking for an agile individual who can identify market and pricing trends effectively. Also, you will be liaising with key stakeholders to understand their needs, priorities, opportunities, and challenges. The Key Requirements As a Procurement Manager - Packaging, you excel at identifying market & pricing trends and managing complex negotiations. You have a strong track record in developing collaborative relationships with suppliers, lateral problem-solving skills, and the ability to act decisively and make tough decisions. Your role involves developing procurement strategies that support broader business objectives, implementing risk management and sustainability targets, and supporting an Innovation agenda and Sustainability Strategies. You will manage multiple packaging substrate categories across the Group. Strong analytical thinking skills, can identify market & pricing trends- Skilled negotiator who can manage complex negotiations- Ability to build collaborative relationships with key suppliers. Think laterally and use problem-solving skills to develop new approaches. Resilient and decisive in making fast-paced decisions. This will require excellent communication skills and building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.You seek challenges, growth, and are ambitious. This role offers the opportunity to negotiate contracts, develop sustainable sourcing strategies aligned with business goals, lead a team of professionals, and make impactful decisions to drive success. This is a challenging role for someone ready to thrive in a supportive, respectful, and encouraging environment at Premier Foods. Join Premier Foods for a role full of challenges and growth opportunities. We aim for excellence and strive to create a Great Place to Work. The Benefits and Perks Bonus Company Car Allowance Company Pension Holiday Purchase Scheme Hybrid working Private Medical Insurance