Strategic Procurement Manager – Food & Beverages

Focus Management Consultants; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager specializing in the food and beverages sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on several high-impact projects, engaging with senior stakeholders and leveraging strong procurement management skills. Be a part of a fast-moving entrepreneurial business that values talent and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within foodservice/hospitality.
• Strong negotiation skills and project management experience.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for strategic projects for senior stakeholders.
• Manage risks, agendas and delivery with a team of Buyers and Analysts.
• Work on multiple strategic change projects.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Communication

Procurement

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Strategic Procurement Manager – Food & Beverages, Buckinghamshire

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Client:

Focus Management Consultants

Location:

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

This Strategic Procurement Manager is an opportunity to add real depth and breadth to your existing food and beverage procurement experience.

My client is looking for experienced procurement professionals with varying levels of experience and strong project management skills to join the business at an exciting time of growth. It’s a fast-moving business so candidates will need to be comfortable working at pace on multiple strategic change projects at a senior level. You’ll be accountable for key projects for multiple senior level stakeholders whilst managing the risks, agenda and delivery utilising a strong team of Buyers and Analysts.

You will need to have strong procurement experience within the foodservice/hospitality arena, ideally across the food and beverage categories. Excellent and proven negotiation skills are essential as are proven project management experience both with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Your communication and negotiation skills will need to be first class and you’ll need to work well as part of a multi-functional team. This role offers real opportunities to work across numerous exciting projects to really add depth and breadth to your current procurement skills.

My client is a niche business supplying procurement services to leading businesses across the UK and further afield. It’s a great time to join this fun, entrepreneurial business who really embrace talent and provide excellent opportunities for development.

Don’t delay. Please send your details through to me, Hannah, today.