Strategic Group Procurement Leader – Food FMCG

Chesterfield Poultry; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3% pension

Private & dental healthcare

On site parking

On site subsidised canteen

Fully on site role

Job summary

Chesterfield Poultry in Doncaster is seeking a Group Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management and cost-control across the business.

You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and ensure food safety compliance (HACCP, BRC, ISO) while coordinating with production and logistics to keep materials available.

The role is on-site, full-time with standard hours and benefits including a pension and private healthcare.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (quality, cost, delivery)
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and audits
• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety
• Monitor commodity markets and manage price fluctuations
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets and forecasts
• Ensure all suppliers meet relevant food safety and quality standards (HACCP, BRC, ISO)
• Maintain full traceability of materials in line with regulatory requirements
• Support internal and external audits
• Work closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to ensure material availability
• Manage inventory levels, minimising waste and avoiding stockouts
• Oversee supplier lead times and delivery schedules
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., supplier dependency, disruptions)
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) desirable

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Chesterfield Poultry in Doncaster is seeking a Group Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management and cost-control across the business.

You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and ensure food safety compliance (HACCP, BRC, ISO) while coordinating with production and logistics to keep materials available.

The role is on-site, full-time with standard hours and benefits including a pension and private healthcare.