Head of Buying - FMCG

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food/retail organization is seeking a Head of Procurement to shape strategy and lead a growing procurement function. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in food or FMCG sectors and a track record of effective supplier management and commercial negotiations. This role promises high autonomy and visibility, along with a competitive salary of up to £100,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Salary up to £100,000 per annum, plus benefits

High level of autonomy and visibility with senior leadership

Office-based role with strong team collaboration

Opportunity to lead and scale a function in a fast-moving business

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior procurement role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong track record of commercial negotiations and supplier management.
• Hands-on leadership style and strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the full procurement life-cycle including sourcing and supplier management.
• Design and implement strategic procurement road map aligned with business objectives.
• Lead supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and relationship management.

Skills

Commercial negotiations

Supplier performance management

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Leadership

Education

MCIPS-qualified or working towards

Tools

ERP/procurement systems

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FMCG Exec

Location:

birmingham, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

? Head of Procurement (Food/Retail Sector)

? Location: Office-based near Birmingham, UK

? Salary: Up to £100,000 per annum

? Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

We’re working exclusively with a leading food/retail business based near Birmingham to recruit a Head of Procurement — a newly created role offering real scope to shape strategy, streamline operations, and lead a growing procurement function.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially-minded procurement leader with deep expertise in food, FMCG, or retail sectors to join a thriving and ambitious organisation during a key phase of growth.

The Role

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for the full procurement life-cycle, from sourcing and supplier management to contract negotiation, compliance, and cost optimisation. This role is pivotal in ensuring consistent supply, commercial agility, and operational excellence across the business.

You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and manage a dedicated procurement team, with a focus on food ingredients, packaging, and operational goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a strategic procurement road map aligned with business objectives
• Lead supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and relationship management
• Drive cost savings, improve supplier performance, and mitigate supply chain risks
• Ensure compliance with food safety, ethical sourcing, and regulatory standards
• Deliver procurement reporting and KPIs to the executive team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Product teams

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a senior procurement role within food manufacturing, FMCG, or retail
• Strong track record of commercial negotiations and supplier performance management
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strategic mindset with excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Familiarity with ERP/procurement systems and data-driven reporting
• MCIPS-qualified or working towards (preferred)

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £100,000 per annum, plus benefits
• Office-based role with strong team collaboration
• Opportunity to lead and scale a function in a fast-moving business
• High level of autonomy and visibility with senior leadership

Next Steps

If you're an experienced procurement leader ready for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

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