Procurement Manager

A hands-on food procurement role with real ownership of supplier relationships, supply continuity, cost, margin and availability.

Northamptonshire Hybrid: 3 days on-site / 2 days working from home
£45,000-£55,000 + 10% bonus + benefits
Permanent

We're supporting a well-established fresh food business with the appointment of a Procurement Manager.

This is a supplier-facing, commercially focused role covering sourcing, pricing, availability, forecasting, stock, waste and margin across fast-moving fresh food categories & some packaging.

You'll be working closely with suppliers and internal teams to make sure the business has the right products available at the right quality, cost and service level throughout the year.

It would suit someone who enjoys the pace and detail of food procurement, understands the importance of supplier relationships, and is confident balancing commercial performance with customer service.

• Build and develop strong relationships with UK and international suppliers/growers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and supply programmes that support cost, margin and service.
• Manage supply risk and availability across fast-moving food categories.
• Monitor procurement budgets, forecasts, stock levels, waste and claims.