Procurement Manager

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Job Title: Procurement Manager - Chilled Food Industry
Location: Commutable to one of our UK Manufacturing sites (with travel across the UK and some international travel as required -
driving licence required)
Company Overview: The Compleat Food Group are leading the way in the the UK Food Industry, innovation and excellence drives our
success. We are committed to raising the bar in sourcing the best quality products and ingredients for our customers while
ensuring sustainability and profitability. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to lead on meat
buying, focusing on the protein/meat category, one of our largest spends.
Position Overview: As a Procurement Manager, you will assume a leadership role within the procurement team, reporting directly to
the Procurement Director and deputising in their absence. This is an opportunity for a strategic thinker with a background in
meat/poultry/chilled food buying, particularly in meat/fish/poultry buying for retail to drive optimisation of expenditure,
enhance supplier performance, and contribute to the development of our category strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the procurement function for meat, providing coaching and guidance to colleagues
* Develop and implement category strategies to optimise Group expenditure and improve profitability.
* Source materials and select suppliers, ensuring alignment with Assurance of Supply, Quality, Service, Cost, and Innovation
requirements.
* Manage supplier performance against agreed measures, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
* Partner with stakeholder groups to ensure optimal supply base performance and alignment with business objectives.
* Identify and exploit commercial opportunities through skilled negotiation and supplier relationship management.
* Lead and manage projects within allocated categories, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
* Ensure compliance with procurement processes and legal requirements, including contract management and risk mitigation.
* Provide business forecasts and deliver financial targets in line with budgetary constraints.
Requirements:
* 3-4 years of experience in a Procurement Manager role, within the UK food industry.
* Background in chilled food buying, with a focus on meat procurement.
* Demonstrated leadership and line management experience, with strong coaching skills.
* Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and implement category strategies.
* Experience working with retail and understanding market dynamics.
* Resilient individual with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
* CIPS qualification.
* Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
* Analytical, organisational, and reporting skills
* Sound Understanding of contract law and procurement processes.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary, Car Allowance and benefits package.
* Potential opportunity for further career progression into next step/bigger role within group
* Dynamic work environment with opportunities for learning and development.
* Online LMS development portal
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme and well-being portal
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid
The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and
valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We value everybody who
works in our organisation. Everyone is treated with respect and encouraged to thrive and develop. Together we will become number
one for culture.
We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides
a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any
speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies.
If you are a proactive and strategic Procurement Manager with a passion for the food industry, we invite you to join our team and
make a difference. Apply now by submitting your CV. We look forward to hearing from you!