Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

£50,000 – £55,000 + Profit Share +Excellent Benefits

Devon

My client is a leading food business in the Devon area. Their Procurement Team is at the heart of maintaining the exceptional standards they’re known for – sourcing ethically, sustainably, and commercially.

They are currently restructuring their Supply Chain and Procurement functions to support future growth. As their new Direct Procurement Manager, you’ll take a pivotal role in shaping the way they source, building on their long-standing supplier relationships

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and develop the buying team, overseeing direct food products.
• Manage supplier relationships, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and shared success.
• Drive strategic sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Take ownership of procurement budgets, processes, and compliance.
• Analyse markets, manage risks, and proactively deliver improvements and cost savings.

What we’re looking for

• Proven leadership experience in procurement, ideally within fresh produce, FMCG, or a related sector.
• A strong track record of managing budgets and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Experience building, developing, and leading a procurement team.
• Excellent negotiation skills, commercial acumen, and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel for analysis and forecasting.
• Skilled in risk management, spend analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across all business levels.
• CIPS Level 3 qualified (or equivalent).

This is a great opportunity to join a truly lovely business. To apply send me through your CV today.

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