Procurement Manager - Food

Job Function:

To guarantee the efficient and timely procurement of high-quality equipment, goods, and services, within budget and at competitive prices, supporting seamless operational execution.

Main Responsibilities:

• Monitor stock levels and accurately forecast product demand to meet key performance indicators (KPIs).


• Identify and secure optimal products and suppliers, ensuring best value, reliable delivery, and quality.


• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing suppliers. Negotiate and manage contracts, continuously improving product and service quality.


• Analyse market trends and predict their impact on future procurement activities.


• Provide market analysis and identify potential growth opportunities.


• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement/purchasing plan.


• Align suppliers with business objectives to achieve organisational targets.


• Maintain compliance with all relevant company and regulatory standards, including food safety and health & safety.


• Enhance employee skillsets and promote adaptability, with a focus on results-oriented relationship building.


• Support trainee development to ensure a pipeline of future talent.


• Ensure new product development (NPD) utilizes approved suppliers. Collaborate with NPD on sourcing and managing new ingredients.

Skills Required:

• Preferred PG CIPS membership (optional).


• Exceptional interpersonal, networking, and influencing abilities.


• Results-driven with strong commercial acumen.


• Detail-oriented with strategic thinking capabilities.


• Advanced proficiency in Excel, presentations, and reporting.


• Demonstrated ability to maintain high performance standards.


• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and meet tight deadlines.


• Robust project management skills.


• Ability to effectively influence stakeholders at all levels.


• Excellent supplier relationship management skills.


• Strong negotiation skills with a focus on maintaining professional relationships.


• Ability to identify and implement process improvements.


• Confident and collaborative approach to building working relationships.