Supply Chain Manager – UK & EU

CORElevate; Bristol; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food industry company is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee supply chain and procurement across the UK and EU. The role involves managing various categories, supporting entry into new markets, and engaging closely with internal teams and franchise partners. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience, particularly in food or FMCG sectors, with strong negotiation skills and project management abilities. A competitive salary package up to £90,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, ideally within Food, FMCG, or Hospitality.
• International supply chain experience.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, procurement, distribution, and supplier performance across assigned categories.
• Support supply chain setup for new European markets.
• Build strong partnerships with franchisees and internal teams.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Project management

Communication in English

Knowledge of food regulations

Job description

Supply Chain Manager – UK & EU

Location: UK

Type: Full-time

Salary: up to £90,000 DOE

Travel: Approx. 20%

Role Overview

CORElevate are on a look out for an experienced Supply Chain Manager within the food industry. This role is responsible for managing and developing supply chain and procurement across the UK and Europe. You’ll lead category management, support new market entry, and work closely with franchise partners and central teams to build a scalable, reliable, and cost-effective supply chain that supports restaurant growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement & Category Management
  • Manage sourcing, procurement, distribution, and supplier performance across assigned categories and regions
  • Deliver cost improvement and productivity initiatives across food and packaging
  • Develop long-term category strategies aligned with global supply chain objectives
• New Markets & NPD
  • Support supply chain setup for new European markets
  • Lead SCM projects from planning through delivery, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline targets are met
  • Support approval and onboarding of local suppliers where required
• Local Market Expertise
  • Maintain strong knowledge of local food regulations, import requirements, tariffs, and sustainability standards
  • Build understanding of local suppliers, distributors, and market dynamics
• Stakeholder & Franchise Engagement
  • Build strong partnerships with franchisees and internal teams
  • Support the development and improvement of supplier and distributor networks
  • Contribute to short- and long-term supply chain strategy
• Supplier Management
  • Manage supplier performance through KPIs and regular reviews
  • Lead supplier negotiations and RFI / RFP processes
  • Develop contingency and capacity plans for key products
  • Maintain accurate data to support forecasting, spend analysis, and network design
• Decision-Making Responsibility
  • Approve supplier selection, procurement plans, and supplier negotiations
  • Recommend regional supply infrastructure strategies, new market onboarding, and supply chain technology development

What We’re Looking For

• Essential
  • 7+ years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, ideally within Food, FMCG, or Hospitality
  • International supply chain experience
  • Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
  • Project management experience across multiple workstreams
  • Strong written and verbal English communication
  • Knowledge of in-country regulations and import requirements
• Preferred
  • Commodity market analysis and strategy experience
  • Additional language skills