Procurement Lead

Chesterfield Poultry; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3% pension

Private dental healthcare

On-site parking

Canteen subsidy

Job summary

Chesterfield Poultry in Doncaster is seeking a Procurement Lead to manage end-to-end procurement in a food manufacturing environment. You will source raw materials and packaging, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure food safety compliance.

You will build supplier performance reviews, manage budgets, and work with production and logistics to maintain supply continuity. A Bachelor's in Supply Chain or related field (CIPS desirable) and strong ERP experience are expected.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and monitor KPIs.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives while maintaining safety and quality.
• Ensure all suppliers meet HACCP/BRC/ISO standards and traceability.
• Coordinate with production, planning and logistics to ensure material availability.
• Manage supplier lead times, inventory and risks with contingency plans.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/Business

CIPS (desirable)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Procurement Lead

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent

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

The Procurement Lead 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 & 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 & 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 & Experience

Key Skills & 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

• Bachelor's 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
• £55K-£65KPA
• Fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working).
• On site parking
• On site subsidised canteen