Strategic Sourcing Manager – Ingredients

Focus Management Consultants; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food business is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive supplier relationship management and support new product development. The successful candidate will develop long-term strategies and manage supplier relationships for ingredients and raw materials. Ideal candidates must have significant experience at a senior buyer level in the food industry and strong decision-making skills. This role offers the opportunity to impact a high-quality brand in rapid growth, with a focus on co-manufacturing supply base development.

Qualifications

• Significant experience at a senior buyer level in the food industry.
• Proven track record of managing supplier relationships.
• Experience working with third-party manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strategic supplier relationships for ingredients and raw materials.
• Develop and implement long-term strategic plans.
• Build a co-manufacturing supply base to support brand growth.

Skills

Strategic supplier management

Relationship management

Decision-making

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Are you ready to take your career to the next level within a dynamic and rapidly growing food business? This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of a well-established company with a rich heritage, now expanding a key branded segment of their business.

The position of Strategic Sourcing Manager is pivotal in facilitating this exciting phase of growth. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing existing supplier relationships and building a co-manufacturing supply base to support the ongoing New Product Development (NPD) pipeline, ensuring the brand’s continued success.

Reporting directly to the Procurement Director, the Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing long‑term strategic plans. This includes managing and maintaining strategic supplier relationships for ingredients and raw materials. Exceptional relationship skills are essential, as the role requires driving value within the current supply base and ensuring a competitive advantage. Additionally, the role involves proactively building a co-manufacturing supply base to support the brand’s growth.

Candidates must possess a degree and have significant experience at a senior buyer level within the food industry, specifically in purchasing ingredients. A proven track record of strategic supplier management and experience working with third‑party manufacturers is essential. Strong decision‑making skills are a must, as is the ability to engage effectively with senior‑level stakeholders.

This role is an excellent chance to drive the strategic sourcing agenda for a high‑quality brand experiencing rapid growth. If you are ready to make a significant impact and advance your career, send your details through today.

This role is forecast to come life in the next month, so if you are interested please click apply and send your CV.

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