Senior Procurement Manager - Food Solutions
Location: West Midlands (Hybrid working with travel required)
Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 DOE + benefits
Sector: Food Retail, Wholesale & Distribution
We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to join the Food Solutions team of a well-established and fast-paced food retail, wholesale, and distribution company.
In this high-profile role, you will take ownership of a key category group, and lead a team of 3 procurement professionals.
You will drive sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and commodity buying, ensuring all sourcing meets cost, quality, sustainability, and responsible sourcing targets.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced food procurement leader who thrives in a hands-on, commercially focused, and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead supplier and commodity buying strategies across food service and food-to-go categories.
* Manage key supplier and buying group relationships, driving value and securing long-term partnerships.
* Oversee supplier negotiations, contract management, and income forecasting.
* Lead and develop a team of 3 procurement professionals.
* Collaborate closely with Trading, Product Development, Technical, Supply Chain, and other key functions.
* Ensure sourcing aligns with responsible sourcing, ethical procurement, and sustainability standards.
* Regular travel to suppliers, customers, and partners across the UK.
1. What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience in food category procurement-specifically food service, food-to-go, ingredients, or finished products.
* Strong commodity buying, supplier negotiation, and contract management experience.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing and coaching procurement teams.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and analytical skills.
* Passion for ethical sourcing, sustainability, and driving commercial value.
Key Details:
* Hybrid working: 2 days from home, 3 days office or travel
* Shortlist deadline: Friday 23rd May
* Interviews: Week commencing Tuesday 27th May
* Ideal start date: ASAP
If you are a dynamic, hands-on procurement leader looking for your next challenge in the food sector, we'd love to hear from you. Click to apply below