Global Head of Non-Fruit Procurement

Westfalia Fruit; Ware; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce supplier in Ware, United Kingdom, is seeking a Global Head of Non-Fruit Procurement to drive sourcing strategies across multiple regions. This leadership role requires expertise in procurement and supply chain, focusing on sustainability and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and substantial experience in global procurement. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Sustainability and innovation commitment

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain roles.
• Proven global/regional leadership managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of Supplier Relationship Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute sourcing strategies across non-fruit categories.
• Drive sourcing excellence through RFPs and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate on logistics and inventory strategies.

Skills

Global leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Data analytics proficiency

Cost modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement/Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering

Tools

Power BI/Tableau

Digital procurement tools

Job description

Come and join the leading #avoexperts

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

We’re looking for a Global Head of Non-Fruit Procurement to join our team.

The Head of Non-Fruit Procurement is a leadership role within the global Ssupply Cchain team, responsible for designing and executing procurement strategies for all non-fruit categories across all Market Units globally (North America, South America, Africa, Europe and future market expansion e.g., Asia). This role spans all the full business pillars—Buy (sourcing, operations and farming), Move (supply chain; D&SP, logistics & quality), and Sell (sales and commercial collaboration)— as well as the enabling functions (Finance, People & Culture, Legal, R&D, Technology) and will lead a team based in multiple countries multi-regional team to drive to deliver service, quality, cost, quality, service, and sustainability objectives in alignment with organizational priorities.

Responsibilities include:

• Shape Global Strategy: Lead and execute sourcing strategies across non-fruit categories, aligned with supply chain and business goals.
• Deliver Cost Leadership: Drive sourcing excellence through RFPs, total cost models, and smart contract negotiations that balance savings with flexibility.
• Partner with Suppliers: Build strong relationships with global and regional suppliers to ensure service, innovation, and ethical compliance.
• Mitigate Risk Proactively: Implement robust risk management frameworks to safeguard supply continuity amid global disruptions.
• Champion Sustainability: Embed ESG, ethical sourcing, and sustainability into procurement decisions, tracking progress against corporate goals.
• Enable Seamless Supply Chains: Collaborate on logistics, customs, and inventory strategies to optimize flow-to-market and delivery performance.
• Integrate Commercially: Work cross-functionally with Sales and Ops to support launches, promotions, and accurate demand planning.
• Lead High-Performance Teams: Build and mentor diverse, regionally distributed teams with clear KPIs and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Drive Digital Transformation: Promote cutting-edge procurement tech, systems, and analytics to enhance decision-making and efficiency.
• Ensure Strong Governance: Uphold compliance, policy standards, and audit readiness across all sourcing regions.

Experience we look for:

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in ProcurementSupply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience in procurement and supply chain roles.
• Proven global/regional leadership managing cross-functional, cross-border procurement organisations.
• Demonstrated expertise across direct and indirect categories, including logistics, packaging outside of fruit (e.g., ingredients, packaging, MRO, indirect spends).
• Successfully implemented procurement savings, risk mitigation, and supplier development programs.
• Successfully built a procurement organisation and integrated this into current ways of working to drive improvements.
• Experience in business partner roles, bringing your procurement expertise to non procurement experts and influencing areas beyond your direct control.
• Advanced strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, cost modeling.
• Strong data analytics proficiency (e.g. Power BI/Tableau, CM).
• Strong understanding of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Risk Management frameworks.
• Expertise in logistics and import / export purchasing, 3PL management, price discovery, contract negotiation and managementSupply chain planning and logistics understanding (forecasting, warehousing, trade compliance).
• Familiarity with digital procurement tools and procurement systems – including implementation. (e-sourcing, P2P, TMS/WMS).
• Globally minded strategic leader with strong market acumen, agility in volatile environments, and a deep commitment to ethical, sustainable procurement.
• Collaborative and influential team builder with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, driving change, and developing high-performing talent.

Desirable

• MBA or advanced procurement certification (e.g. CIPS, CPSM).
• Experience within the Agriculture, CPG, retail, or FMCG sectors.

What can Westfalia Fruit offer you?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that will vary by location. Full details will be shared as part of the interview process.

• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Be part of a global organisation recognised as a leader in fresh produce.
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to sustainability and innovation.
• Contribute to an industry leader at the forefront of fresh produce innovation.

Please note that this position does not have a specific closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and the advert may be removed at any time.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.