Procurement Manager (CAPEX) - Leading High Growth FMCG Organisation

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high growth FMCG organization is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead capital procurement activities across multiple UK sites. In this strategic role, you will shape sourcing strategies for high-value projects and enhance procurement capabilities to drive successful project execution.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Pension

Private Medical

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Extensive capital procurement experience within FMCG, food, drink, or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Proven track record in CAPEX sourcing for equipment, civil works, and technical services.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement for capital projects.
• Manage end-to-end project delivery across UK sites.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Change Management

Self-Motivated

Job description

Procurement Manager (CAPEX) - Leading High Growth FMCG Organisation

Location: Home-Based (with regular site travel)

Salary: Up to £70,000 Per annum + Car Allowance + Bonus + Pension + Private Medical + Hybrid Working + Holiday Purchase Scheme & More

A prominent consumer goods company is launching a major capital transformation program and seeks a high-impact Procurement Manager to lead this initiative.

This newly created, strategic role will oversee all Capex procurement activities across multiple UK manufacturing sites. You'll have the opportunity to shape sourcing strategies for a diverse portfolio of complex, high-value projects, including equipment, civil works, and support services. With significant visibility and autonomy, you'll collaborate closely with stakeholders at all levels, from operational teams to senior leadership, to enhance procurement capabilities, deliver value, and ensure successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing and procurement for capital projects: machinery, engineering services, and civil works.
• Manage end-to-end project delivery across UK sites.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with capital investment objectives.
• Support process improvements, governance, and controls to enhance procurement efficiency.
• Create tools, frameworks, and supplier strategies to optimize spend.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with engineering, operations, finance, and leadership teams.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and influence decision-making.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive capital procurement experience within FMCG, food, drink, or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Proven track record in CAPEX sourcing for equipment, civil works, and technical services.
• Experience with MRO procurement is a plus.
• Ability to operate independently and manage change effectively.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple workstreams.
• Aspiring to grow into a future procurement leadership role.

Interview Process:

• Stage 1: Functional & Technical Interview — focusing on procurement skills, transformation experience, and Capex delivery.
• Stage 2: Presentation and cultural fit — presentation to leadership, showcasing leadership style, collaboration skills, and future goals.

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