Strategic Sourcing Manager – Ingredients & Co-Manufacturing

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

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.