Skills

Stakeholder Management Negotiation Strategic thinking Marketing

Job Specifications

Junior Procurement Manager (Non:Food Categories) : 12 Month FTC : Leading Foodservice Business : A GBP 40K + Benefits

My client is a leading foodservice business with a fantastic reputation operating across various sectors.

They are currently looking for a Junior Procurement Manager join their team. The successful Junior Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing and delivering category strategies for their non:food disposable and consumable categories, ensuring non:food procurement activities support business objectives, achieve best value, and align with sustainability goals. Working cross:functionally with operations, supply chain, marketing, and finance teams, youll play a key role in driving cost efficiency, product innovation, and supplier performance.

This 12 Month Fixed Term Contract is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Category Manger or Procurement Manger to join a brilliant business who can offer great exposure and working environment for career development.

Responsibilities Include

Develop and implement strategies for non:food disposable and consumable categories.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best possible terms and service.
Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to drive cost savings and efficiency.
Work closely with internal teams such as Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to ensure timely and cost:effective procurement.
Monitor market trends and industry developments to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
Ensure compliance with sustainability goals and health and safety regulations in procurement.
Prepare and manage budgets for non:food:related purchases.
Continuously assess and improve procurement processes to streamline operations and reduce costs.

The Ideal Junior Procurement Manager Candidate

Experience in procurement, ideally within food service, hospitality, or FMCG sectors.
Category management experience in non:food areas such as packaging, hygiene, or equipment.
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Commercially astute, analytical, and results driven.
Able to balance strategic thinking with hands:on execution.
Passionate about sustainability and supplier partnerships.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com /

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