Procurement Manager – Food (Fruit & Veg / Bakery) – UK & Ireland Location: Reading / Hybrid Full-Time | Competitive Package | Bonus Car Allowance Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for food procurement and category management? JSS Search are supporting a F&B hospitality business with hiring a Procurement Manager to take ownership of our Fruit & Veg and Bakery categories, supporting a dynamic portfolio of foodservice operations across the UK and Ireland. In this role, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to drive value, manage supplier performance, and help deliver on our sustainability commitments. You’ll lead end-to-end category strategies, shape commercial partnerships, and ensure alignment with our long-term business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver category strategies across Fruit & Veg and Bakery, working alongside the Head of Procurement Manage supplier relationships and performance, including onboarding and joint business planning Lead negotiations, tenders, and contract management to ensure cost-effective and compliant procurement Collaborate with stakeholders across ESG, Supply Chain, Technical, Finance, and Operations Provide procurement expertise to internal business units, supporting with escalations and market insights Drive continuous improvement in supplier standards, risk management, and data-driven decision making About You: 5 years’ experience in procurement, ideally within foodservice or food manufacturing Proven expertise in category management and strategic sourcing Strong negotiator and confident communicator, with experience working cross-functionally Knowledge of procurement systems and commercial contract frameworks A proactive, analytical mindset with a passion for innovation and sustainability What’s on Offer: Competitive salary & performance-based bonus 25 days holiday your birthday off Company pension & private medical insurance Car allowance A values-led culture with real focus on sustainability and partnership