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Procurement Manager – Fresh Produce (Fully Hybrid Role)

Redfox Executive

Preston

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

A leading global firm in the fresh produce industry seeks a Procurement Manager for a fully hybrid role in Preston. Join a purpose-driven company dedicated to sustainable practices while managing supplier relations and ensuring quality supply across Europe. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a high-performance environment.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years’ experience in commercial procurement role within fresh produce.
  • Fluency in English and Spanish is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Manage commercial relationships with suppliers.
  • Negotiate claims and resolve disputes.
  • Identify and onboard new sources of supply.

Skills

Communication
Collaboration
Organization
Problem Solving
Flexibility

Education

University degree or related qualification

Job description

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Procurement Manager – Fresh Produce (Fully Hybrid Role), Preston

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Client:

Redfox Executive

Location:

Preston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Flexible within Europe (with travel across EU and internationally)
Industry: Fresh Berries / Fresh Produce
Reports to: Managing Director
Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish

Are you ready to help shape the future of sustainable, high-quality fresh produce supply? Join a global leader in the fresh berry industry with a fully hybrid role that puts you at the centre of one of the most dynamic and fast-growing categories in produce.

Founded over twenty years ago, our client has grown into an international powerhouse, delivering premium berries year-round to key markets across the globe. With operations spanning five continents and trusted sourcing partners throughout the Americas, their vertically integrated model ensures the highest standards of quality, food safety, and sustainability. Ethical trade and environmental responsibility are central to everything they do, as they strive to leave a lasting, positive impact on communities, workers, and consumers alike.

About the Role

Due to exponential growth and increasing operational complexity across Europe, they are now recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to join the commercial team. This fully hybrid role offers the opportunity to work flexibly while collaborating with international suppliers, internal stakeholders, and commercial teams to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality berry supply across the region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage commercial relationships with both existing and new suppliers
  • Agree seasonal volumes and pricing, and follow up to ensure delivery against plans
  • Negotiate claims and resolve supply-related disputes
  • Identify and onboard new sources of supply to meet growing demand
  • Execute spot purchases to address gaps or shortfalls in supply
  • Work closely with the commercial and supply chain teams to align supply with market demand
  • Maintain strong communication with internal teams and growers on supply status and forecasted returns

Candidate Profile

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Personable and collaborative, with a relationship-building mindset
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Proactive problem solver, flexible and responsive to operational needs
  • Willingness to travel across the EU and internationally as needed

Experience & Qualifications

  • 3–5 years’ experience in a commercial procurement role within the fresh berries or wider fresh produce category
  • University degree or related qualification is desirable
  • Fluency in both English and Spanish is essential

Why Join?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a purpose-driven business that places sustainability, quality, and innovation at the heart of its global success. You’ll be working in a high-performance environment, supported by passionate teams committed to making a real difference — both on the ground and on the plate.

Apply now to help shape the future of fresh produce.

Apply via this website or call Ian Reed on +44 (0) 1284 715055 quoting Ref: 5935IR

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