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We are thrilled to announce an outstanding opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join a well-respected food company based in Reigate, offering a competitive salary of up to £60,000. This procurement position has arisen due to recent growth and acquisitions within the business. The successful candidate will join the purchasing department and enjoy excellent prospects for career advancement in the coming years.
Ideal candidates will possess a robust background in purchasing or procurement, particularly within the FMCG, Food/Drink, or Finished Goods sectors, with experience as a Senior Buyer, Category Buyer, or Commodity Buyer. We are seeking ambitious individuals who are eager to take the next step in their careers.
Role responsibilities of the Procurement Manager include:
- Identify and source products that align with customer specifications while achieving the optimal balance of price, lead time, and quality.
- Leverage negotiation skills to secure competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, and advantageous deals from suppliers.
- Assist with quality control and logistics, including importing and customs, while collaborating with the in-house logistics team to ensure timely delivery when applicable.
- Manage customer tenders, providing Sales & Marketing with relevant pricing information and data.
- Maintain a comprehensive documentation trail in line with company policies.
- Collaborate with the Demand Planning Manager and Operations Manager to ensure that delivery, availability, and stock targets are consistently met.
- Conduct research and facilitate discussions to identify and onboard new suppliers regularly.
Person Specification of the Procurement Manager:
- Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement or Buyer role within a Food/Drink, FMCG or Finished Goods environment
- Experience managing global suppliers to ensure optimisation of driving value and supply chain efficiency
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Fully competent with IT and all Microsoft Suites
- Knowledge of international shipping, duties and delivery processes
Salary
Up to £60k
This position only offers Friday's WFHThis role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a senior buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, procurement manager or purchasing manager
