Packaging Procurement Lead – End-to-End

D R Newitt & Associates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG business in Leeds is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with a focus on packaging to manage a spend of circa £20m. The role includes sourcing materials, developing supplier relationships, and implementing procurement strategies. Applicants should have a background in FMCG or related industries, strong negotiation skills, and ideally be degree or CIPS qualified. This position offers excellent progression opportunities at Group level along with a competitive salary plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced Buyer with packaging procurement experience in FMCG, Food & Drink Manufacturing, Pharma or Beauty industries.
• End to end procurement experience is necessary.
• Strong negotiation skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Source packaging materials at the lowest total cost of ownership.
• Support development of packaging category sourcing strategies.
• Maintain the Buying file to support the SAP costing process.

Skills

Supplier performance management

Negotiation

Self-starter

Education

Degree and/or CIPS qualified

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading FMCG business in Leeds is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with a focus on packaging to manage a spend of circa £20m. The role includes sourcing materials, developing supplier relationships, and implementing procurement strategies. Applicants should have a background in FMCG or related industries, strong negotiation skills, and ideally be degree or CIPS qualified. This position offers excellent progression opportunities at Group level along with a competitive salary plus benefits.