Junior Procurement Manager - Fresh Produce

Our Client is a dynamic, innovative, and established Fresh Produce business, currently achieving high levels of sustained growth across their category. We currently offer an exciting opportunity to join the business as Junior Procurement Manager.

The position of Junior Procurement Manager will report to and work closely with the Senior Procurement Manager, to ensure the efficient and timely procurement of fresh produce raw materials.

Responsibilities include;

Procurement of Fresh produce raw materials, packaging, and the management of trays & pallets

Negotiating price and managing quantities & delivery schedules

Complete customs paperwork and maintain procedure knowledge

Stock Control management, reducing waste where possible

This in an integral part of the team and requires a driven & energetic individual who is seeking the opportunity to join a successful and fast paced business. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of products within the Fresh Produce sector.

We are looking for an individual with some procurement (importing and UK production) focused experience opposed to more supply chain.

We require;

Experience within a Procurement position would be highly advantageous

Graduate with relevant Degree / Qualification; Purchasing / Buying, Supply Chain, Business

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build key relationships

Confident IT ability, managing data with attention to detail

Fresh Produce sector exposure is essential 

Salary; up to £45k offered & reflective of experience + excellent benefits

Location: West Midlands