Strategic Sourcing Manager

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fresh produce sector is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead their global grower network. This full-time, permanent role involves building supplier relationships and developing sourcing strategies to support long-term growth while ensuring continuity of supply. Join a values-led business passionate about fresh produce.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus up to 20%

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in sourcing/procurement within the produce sector.
• A strong global network within fresh produce.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the global sourcing and procurement strategy.
• Building and managing long-term supplier relationships.
• Negotiating terms for value, quality, and reliable supply.

Skills

Relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Evaluating and onboarding growers

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Strategic Sourcing Manager (Fresh Produce)

Location: Hertfordshire with flexible hybrid working.

Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + car allowance and bonus

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Help build a world-class international supply base.

We’re looking for a commercially astute Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead a global grower network and drive sourcing strategy across the fresh produce category. This is a globally facing role where you’ll shape supplier relationships, improve supply continuity, and support the delivery of long-term growth plans.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Developing and delivering the global sourcing and procurement strategy.
• Finding, evaluating, and onboarding international growers.
• Building and managing long-term supplier relationships.
• Monitoring supplier performance and identifying areas for investment and support.
• Aligning supply with commercial plans and demand forecasts.
• Negotiating terms that ensure value, quality, and reliable supply.
• Collaborating with internal teams to align sourcing with technical, agronomic, and sustainability standards.
• Providing updates on supply risks, market trends, and global developments.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sourcing/procurement within the produce sector.
• A strong global network within fresh produce.
• A skilled communicator and negotiator with proven relationship management skills.
• Bonus upto 20%
• Flexible hybrid working

Why Join?

The client is an internationally connected, values-led business with a passion for fresh produce. You’ll join a collaborative, innovative environment where you can make a real impact – both commercially and strategically.

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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom