Senior Procurement Manager - Fresh Produce

Tailor Made Resources; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh produce supplier is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to oversee procurement strategy and supplier relationships. This demanding role requires expertise in the Fresh Produce sector, excellent management and communication skills, and a strategic approach. The position is based in West Midlands and offers competitive salary reflecting experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Procurement / Buying focused position.
• Understanding of global product sourcing across Fruit categories.
• Ability to encourage and develop the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage key relationships with suppliers and partners.
• Support import category management.
• Deputise for Procurement Director.

Skills

Experience within the Fresh Produce sector

Excellent management skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Negotiating skills

Job description

We have the privilege of recruiting on behalf of an innovative business, who are a leader in their sector, supplying UK and European Retail customers with Fresh, High Quality Fresh Produce. Due to exciting growth within the business, we currently offer the opportunity of Senior Procurement Manager.

The Senior Procurement Manager will report to Director level and will take responsibility for the company procurement strategy on imported products, managing & directing the procurement function within this fresh produce arena.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage key relationships with suppliers and company partners
• Encourage and support within the team
• Support import category management
• Deputise for Procurement Director

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience within the Fresh Produce sector, in a Procurement / Buying focused position is essential
• A thorough understanding of global product sourcing, ideally across Fruit categories
• Excellent management skills, working to encourage and develop the team
• Strong communication skills, at all levels, with an approachable manner
• Attention to detail, meticulous, and a strategic thinker
• Highly influential, with excellent negotiating skills
• Languages advantageous

This opportunity will be fast-paced and demanding, requiring a motivated, passionate, and results driven procurement individual.

Salary and Benefits: Offered at Senior level and will reflect experience & skills offered.

Location: West Midlands