Procurement Manager (CAPEX) - Leading High Growth FMCG Organisation

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

Job summary

A leading high-growth FMCG organization in Cambridge is seeking a Procurement Manager for its capital transformation programme. The successful candidate will oversee procurement activities across multiple UK manufacturing sites, developing strategies for complex projects while collaborating cross-functionally to drive value and efficiency.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Pension

Private Medical

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive capital procurement experience in FMCG, food, drink, or pharma.
• 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 aligned with capital investment goals.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Project management

Change management

Education

Extensive capital procurement experience

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26.06.2025

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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 effort.

This role will oversee all Capex procurement activities across multiple UK manufacturing sites. It offers a unique opportunity to develop sourcing strategies for complex, high-value projects, including equipment, civil works, and support services. The role involves working closely with stakeholders at all levels to improve procurement capabilities and deliver value.

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 governance, controls, and efficiency improvements
• 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
• 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 manage change effectively
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects
• Ambition to grow into a procurement leadership role

Interview Process:

1. Stage 1: Functional & Technical Interview — focus on procurement skills and project experience
2. Stage 2: Presentation and cultural fit — presentation to leadership and discussion of leadership style and future goals

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. Due to high application volume, if you do not hear back within 14 days, the role may no longer be available. Follow us at Mackenzie Jones Recruitment for updates.