Supply Chain Lead in Doncaster

Energy Jobline CVL; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3% pension

Private healthcare

On-site parking

On-site canteen

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a Supply Chain Lead in Doncaster to manage end-to-end procurement for a food manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, ensuring food safety standards, and delivering cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and supply continuity.

The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with production, planning and logistics teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong negotiation and contract management.
• Knowledge of food safety rules and quality standards.
• Experience with ERP systems SAP or Oracle.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients and packaging.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and SLAs to achieve best value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and conducts reviews.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and safety.
• Ensure all suppliers meet food safety and quality standards (HACCP/BRC/ISO).
• Coordinate with production, planning and logistics to ensure material availability.
• Monitor inventory levels, minimise waste and avoid stockouts.
• Oversee supplier lead times and delivery schedules.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; develop contingency plans.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

ERP systems

Analytical ability

Stakeholder mgmt

Food industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business

CIPS desirable

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Supply Chain Lead

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-17:30 (One hour lunch unpaid)

TheSupply Chain Lead is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement function within a food manufacturing environment. This includes sourcing raw materials and packaging, negotiating supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and delivering cost efficiencies while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.

Duties

Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (quality, cost, delivery)
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and audits

Cost Management

• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety
• Monitor commodity markets and manage price fluctuations
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets and forecasts

Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all suppliers meet relevant food safety and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC, ISO)
• Maintain full traceability of materials in line with regulatory requirements
• Support internal and external audits

Supply Chain Coordination

• Work closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to ensure material availability
• Manage inventory levels, minimising waste and avoiding stockouts
• Oversee supplier lead times and delivery schedules

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., supplier dependency, disruptions)
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) desirable

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings and budget adherence
• Supplier performance (quality, delivery, reliability)
• Stock availability and inventory turnover
• Compliance with food safety and regulatory standards

Benefits

• 3% pension
• DIS / Personal Private and dental healthcare
• £55K-£65KPA
• Fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working).
• On site parking
• On site subsidised canteen