Job Description

Proactively address and resolve issues related to delivery delays, inventory shortages, and quality concerns.

Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure optimal value; conduct benchmarking where appropriate.

Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while actively identifying and evaluating new sourcing opportunities.

Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, including quality, reliability, and adherence to delivery schedules.

Collaborate cross-functionally with production, technical, new product development (NPD), and warehouse teams to align procurement strategies with operational requirements.

Maintain accurate and current records of supplier contracts and purchasing commitments.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain function to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Analyse market trends and perform cost analysis to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.

Support NPD initiatives by sourcing raw materials, ingredients, and samples required for product trials.

Work closely with the technical team to ensure compliance and continuity of A-list approved suppliers. + Supplier Management & Compliance + Cost Management & Value Delivery
+ Cross-Functional Alignment
+ Procurement process improvements
+ Minimum 2-4 years of experience in procurement, preferably within chilled food or perishable goods manufacturing. + Proven negotiation and vendor management skills
+ Knowledge of cold chain logistics and perishable inventory control.
+ Working knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance standards
+ Familiarity with ERP systems
+ Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple time-sensitive projects.
+ Effective communicator both verbal & written.
+ Ability to adapt to an ever-changing business environment.
+ Ability to influence & motivate others.
+ Understanding of the UK supply base & retail


Hours of work 07:30-16:00 Monday - Friday





Benefits



33 days holiday



Life assurance at 4 x salary



4% company pension contributions



staff sales



Benefits platform - retailer discounts, GP hotline, Employee Assistance Programme