Head of Procurement

MacGregor Black; Greater London; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage industry is seeking a Procurement Lead – Alcohol to oversee and shape procurement strategy within their dynamic team. This role requires deep experience in alcoholic beverages, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to manage high-value supplier negotiations, driving performance across the Beers, Wines, and Spirits categories. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and will be responsible for ensuring value and availability for customers and partners.

Qualifications

• Requires senior procurement experience in Alcohol or FMCG.
• Strong skill set in supplier relationship management and negotiations.
• Ability to analyze market data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for Beers, Wines & Spirits.
• Maintain supplier relationships and oversee negotiations.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to align strategies.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Supplier negotiations

Leadership

Education

Proven track record in procurement

Experience in Alcohol or FMCG sector

Job description

Direct message the job poster from MacGregor Black

Recruitment Consultant for global roles within the Beverage Industry at MacGregor Black.

Head of Procurement (Alcohol – Beers, Wines & Spirits)

Are you a commercially driven procurement professional with deep experience in alcoholic beverages?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced retail or wholesale environment, where value, availability, and supplier partnerships are key?

Are you ready to take ownership of one of the most dynamic and high-impact categories in the UK drinks market?

MacGregor Black are delighted to partner with a Leading UK Retail and Wholesale business in the search for a Procurement Lead – Alcohol (BWS). This is a permanent role based in the Greater London.

This is a pivotal role within a large and agile buying team, offering the opportunity to shape the alcohol strategy across retail and wholesale formats. You’ll be responsible for driving performance across Beers, Wines, and Spirits, managing supplier relationships, and unlocking value for customers, partners, and the business alike.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement and category strategy for Beers, Wines & Spirits across multiple formats
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to deliver joint business plans, value, and availability
• Oversee negotiations for commercial terms, pricing, and promotional income
• Work cross-functionally with Category, Supply Chain, and Marketing to align range and promotional strategies
• Analyse market and performance data to drive decision making and identify areas for growth or efficiency
• Own the full procurement cycle for alcohol, from range development to onboarding and supplier performance
• Ensure compliance with internal governance, commercial policies, and industry standards

What are we looking for?

• Proven track record in a senior procurement, buying or category role within the Alcohol or FMCG sector
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage high-value supplier negotiations
• In-depth understanding of BWS trends, pricing structures, and supplier dynamics
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Confident analysing data to influence and guide strategy
• A natural leader with a collaborative, delivery-focused mindset

Salary & Benefits

Base salary up to £110K + Bonus and Benefits package.

We’re committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know.

Please contact Kieron Hall at MacGregor Black for more information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Wholesale Food and Beverage

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