Procurement Manager

Focus Management Consultants Ltd; South Tawton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Procurement Manager in South Tawton, Devon. The successful candidate will lead the buying team and manage supplier relationships while driving strategic procurement initiatives. A proven background in leadership, budget management, and supplier relationship management is essential, along with proficiency in ERP systems. Excellent benefits and profit share included in the compensation package.

Benefits

Profit share

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in procurement, ideally within fresh produce or FMCG.
• Strong track record of managing budgets and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Experience building and leading a procurement team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the buying team, overseeing direct food products.
• Manage supplier relationships, fostering long-term partnerships.
• Drive strategic sourcing and procurement strategies.

Skills

Leadership in procurement

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CIPS Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Procurement Manager – £50,000 - £55,000 + Profit Share + Excellent Benefits, Devon.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and develop the buying team, overseeing direct food products.
• Manage supplier relationships, fostering long-term partnerships built on trust and shared success.
• Drive strategic sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Take ownership of procurement budgets, processes, and compliance.
• Analyse markets, manage risks, and proactively deliver improvements and cost savings.

What we’re looking for

• Proven leadership experience in procurement, ideally within fresh produce, FMCG, or a related sector.
• A strong track record of managing budgets and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Experience building, developing, and leading a procurement team.
• Excellent negotiation skills, commercial acumen, and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel for analysis and forecasting.
• Skilled in risk management, spend analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across all business levels.
• CIPS Level 3 qualified (or equivalent).

This is a great opportunity to join a truly lovely business. To apply send me through your CV today.

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