Head of Supply Chain

Solutions Engineering Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable food packaging firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Supply / Procurement Manager to oversee procurement strategy and supplier performance. The role involves leading procurement activities, managing international relationships, especially in Turkey and the Far East, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a proactive approach to supply chain management. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including holidays and a pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing within food packaging, FMCG, or food manufacturing.
• Strong experience dealing with international suppliers and overseas procurement, predominantly the Far East and Turkey.
• Comfortable operating at a strategic level while remaining hands-on.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activity across raw materials, packaging substrates, and key services.
• Manage and develop overseas supplier relationships, focusing on Middle East sourcing.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives across the supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Strategic procurement

Food safety compliance

International sourcing

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

A well-established food packaging distributor is seeking a senior Supply / Procurement professional to take ownership of procurement strategy, supplier performance, and international sourcing across the business.

Supply Chain / Procurement Manager

Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 DOE

Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays | Pension | Life insurance | Discretionary bonus.

This role is suited to an experienced Supply / Procurement Manager, however strong candidates looking to take the next step into a more senior or strategic position are also encouraged to apply.

The business is particularly keen to speak with individuals who have hands‑on experience managing international supply chains and overseas procurement, especially within Turkey and Far East.

The Role

• Lead procurement activity across raw materials, packaging substrates, and key services
• Own supplier strategy, performance, and commercial negotiations at a senior level
• Manage and develop overseas supplier relationships, with a focus on Middle East sourcing
• Ensure all materials meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Work closely with operations, planning, and technical teams to support production continuity
• Identify and mitigate supply risk while controlling cost and stock levels
• Drive continuous improvement and cost‑saving initiatives across the supply chain
• Play a key role in shaping procurement processes and future strategyOpportunity to manage and develop a team, depending on experience

About You

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing within food packaging, FMCG, or food manufacturing
• Comfortable operating at a strategic level, while remaining hands‑on
• Strong experience dealing with international suppliers and overseas procurement predominantly the Far East and Turkey.
• Commercially minded with strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Solid understanding of food safety, quality, and supplier compliance
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to influence how supply chain operates
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Step‑up candidates with strong international procurement exposure who are ready for increased responsibility will be fully supported and considered.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity or wish to receive further information, please contact Sean Turton on 01254781300 or email a copy of your current CV to [e-mail] “SER-IN”