Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

South-Essex (Hybrid - Min. 3 Days On-Site)

Up to £45,000 (DOE)

A leading UK supplier, blender, and distributor of high-quality food ingredients—specialising in juices, extracts, herbs, and spices is seeking an experienced Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist to join their team in South-Essex.

This is a key hands-on position responsible for managing raw material sourcing, inventory planning, and vendor performance in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a candidate who combines food ingredients procurement experience with daily hands‑on proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and advanced Excel skills.

• Source, negotiate, and procure raw materials—specifically juices, purees, extracts, herbs, and spices from global and domestic suppliers.
• Utilise Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central daily for purchasing, purchase order tracking, stock allocations, and inventory management.
• Maintain optimal stock levels, forecast material requirements, and align inventory turnover with blending schedules and customer orders.
• Monitor vendor performance, manage lead times, and ensure supplier compliance with food safety and BRC quality standards.
• Build and maintain Excel workbooks to track cost trends, lead times, and inventory variance.
• Partner closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and Commercial teams to resolve supply chain bottlenecks.