Supplier Manager

Parkside Recruitment; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Botanica is seeking a Purchasing & Contracts Manager to oversee purchasing, supplier negotiation and contract management for head office and field operations in the UK. You will ensure commercial value and compliance while coordinating renewals and centralised categories.

The role requires strong communication with internal teams and external suppliers, and leading a direct report. Office-based with UK-wide responsibilities in FMCG.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of purchasing, supplier negotiation and contract management processes.
• Confident using purchasing systems and supporting process adherence.
• Understanding of car fleet processes and requirements for company drivers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management with suppliers, internal teams, landlords, agents and legal stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, driving consistency and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing, negotiation and contract management for head office and field operations.
• Ensure best value and appropriate supplier selection, with contractual risk mitigation.
• Coordinate contract management and renewal planning across the UK business to avoid lapses.
• Maintain oversight of contract terms, performance, renewal dates and obligations.
• Oversee company-wide purchasing categories including utilities, workwear, stationery, and services.

Skills

Purchasing management

Contract management

Supplier negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost control/Continuous improvement

People management

Tools

Purchasing systems

Job description

I am partnering with a global client within the FMCG industry , they are looking for an experience Purchasing and contracts manager who has experience of working with multi sites / Offices and has been involved in contract and supplier management and has experience of improving processes , management of systems and tasks.

• Permanent contract
• 3 days a week at offices in Windsor
• We are looking for a out and out procurement / contracts / purchasing manager
• Supply and logistics experience will not be the right experience for this role
• Excellent opportunity to be part of an exciting business and industry
• Working with high performing teams within a supportive and positive culture

The Purchasing & Contracts Manager is responsible for purchasing, supplier negotiation, and contract management for Botanica head office and field based operations.

• The role ensures commercial value, contractual compliance, and consistency of approach across all purchasing and contractual arrangements, while leading key categories such as property leases, fleet and driving for work, utilities, and company wide services

Purchasing, Negotiation & Contract Management :

• Lead purchasing, negotiation, and contract management for all requirements across head office and field based operations.
• Ensure best value commercial outcomes, appropriate supplier selection, and contractual risk mitigation.
• Act as the central coordination point for contract management and renewal planning across the whole UK business, ensuring no lapses in coverage or compliance.
• Maintain oversight of contract terms, performance, renewal dates, and commercial obligations.

Company Wide Purchasing Categories :

• Lead purchasing and contract management for company wide requirements, including (but not limited to):

• Utilities
• Workwear
• Stationery and office supplies
• Other centrally managed services
• Property

• Ensure consistency of approach, cost control, and supplier performance across all categories.

People Management :

• Line manage 1 direct report (Purchasing Administrator), providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensure workload is prioritised effectively and aligned to business needs.

SKILLS, BEHAVIOURS & EXPERIENCE :

• Good understanding of the purchasing, supplier negotiation and contract management process.
• Confident using purchasing systems and supporting process adherence.
• Understanding of Car Fleet process and requirements legally for company drivers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with suppliers, internal teams, landlords, agents, and legal stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to drive consistency, cost control, and continuous improvement.