Procurement and Projects Manager

TipTopJob; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Private healthcare

On-site parking

On-site canteen

Job summary

TipTopJob in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, is seeking a Procurement and Projects Manager to lead end-to-end procurement in a food manufacturing environment. You will source raw materials and packaging, negotiate supplier contracts, ensure food safety compliance, and deliver cost efficiencies while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.

The role covers procurement strategies, supplier management, cost control, HACCP/BRC/ISO standards, and close coordination with production, planning,

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG setting.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and SLAs to achieve best value.

Skills

Procurement experience in food/FMCG

Negotiation & contract management

Food safety knowledge

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Analytical & problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CIPS qualification desirable

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary : Up to A GBP 65,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30:17:30 (One hour lunch unpaid)

The Procurement and Projects Manager is responsible for managing the end:to:end procurement function within a food manufacturing environment. This includes sourcing raw materials and packaging, negotiating supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and delivering cost efficiencies while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.

Duties

Procurement and Sourcing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (quality, cost, delivery)
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and audits

Cost Management

• Identify and deliver cost:saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety
• Monitor commodity markets and manage price fluctuations
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets and forecasts

Food Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all suppliers meet relevant food safety and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC, ISO)
• Maintain full traceability of materials in line with regulatory requirements
• Support internal and external audits

Supply Chain Coordination

• Work closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to ensure material availability
• Manage inventory levels, minimising waste and avoiding stockouts
• Oversee supplier lead times and delivery schedules

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., supplier dependency, disruptions)
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies

Skills And Experience

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Excellent analytical and problem:solving abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) desirable

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings and budget adherence
• Supplier performance (quality, delivery, reliability)
• Stock availability and inventory turnover
• Compliance with food safety and regulatory standards

Benefits

• 3 pension
• DIS / Personal Private and dental healthcare
• A GBP 55K:A GBP 65KPA
• Fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working).
• On site parking
• On site subsidised canteen