Junior Procurement Manager – Fresh Produce / Fruit

Tailored Resourcing Solution; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Fresh Produce Company in Kent is seeking a Junior Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of fresh produce raw materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement and a relevant degree, with strong communication and negotiation skills. The position offers a salary of up to £40k, depending on experience, along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience within a Procurement / Supply Chain / Commercial position would be highly advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build key relationships.
• Confident IT ability, managing data with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of Fresh produce / Fruit.
• Negotiating price and managing quantities & delivery schedules.
• Stock Control management, reducing waste where possible.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Data management

Education

Relevant Degree / Qualification

Job description

Overview

Our Client is a dynamic, innovative, and established Fresh Produce business, currently achieving high levels of sustained growth across their fruit category. We currently offer an exciting opportunity to join the business as Junior Procurement Manager.

The position of Junior Procurement Manager will report to and work closely with the Senior Procurement Manager, to ensure the efficient and timely procurement of fresh produce raw materials. You will work to execute an effective strategy to deliver profitability targets, professional programming, costing maintenance, claim management and accurate entry of all related costs on their ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of Fresh produce / Fruit
• Negotiating price and managing quantities & delivery schedules
• Complete customs paperwork and maintain procedure knowledge
• Stock Control management, reducing waste where possible

Requirements

• Experience within a Procurement / Supply Chain / Commercial position would be highly advantageous
• Graduate with relevant Degree / Qualification; Purchasing / Buying, Supply Chain, Business
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build key relationships
• Confident IT ability, managing data with attention to detail
• Fresh Produce sector exposure

Salary and Location

Salary: up to £40k offered & reflective of experience + excellent benefits

Location: Kent