Procurement Manager (CAPEX) - Leading High Growth FMCG Organisation

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-growth FMCG organization is seeking a proactive Procurement Manager (CAPEX) to lead its capital procurement efforts. This role involves shaping sourcing strategies for complex projects, managing relationships across various stakeholders, and enhancing procurement capabilities. The position offers a competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum and great opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Pension

Private Medical

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive capital procurement experience in FMCG, food, drink, or pharma sectors.
• Proven track record in CAPEX sourcing for equipment, civil works, and technical services.
• Aspiring to grow into a procurement leadership role.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Project management

Procurement strategy development

Job description

Procurement Manager (CAPEX) - Leading High Growth FMCG Organisation, Brighton

Client:

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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 significant capital transformation programme and seeks a high-impact Procurement Manager to lead this initiative.

This role is newly created and strategically important, responsible for all Capex procurement activities across multiple UK manufacturing sites. It offers a unique opportunity to shape sourcing strategies for complex, high-value projects, including equipment, civil works, and support services. You will work closely with stakeholders at all levels, from operational teams to senior leadership, to enhance procurement capability, deliver commercial value, and ensure project success.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Key Requirements:

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

Interview Process:

• Stage 1: Functional & Technical Interview – focus on procurement skills, transformation experience, and CAPEX delivery
• Stage 2: Presentation and Cultural Fit – presentation to leadership, discussion of leadership style, collaboration, and future goals

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom