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    Head of Procurement (FMCG/directs/ingredients)

    We are delighted to be partnering with a well-known challenger food business in their search for a Head of Procurement .

    In this role, you will manage a small, growing team and a spend across ingredients, packaging, 3PL, 3PM and indirect categories .

    You will be with the Midlands-based team 3 days per week, plus supplier visits and occasional travel to London.

    As such, this role requires significant operational and strategic sourcing experience (primarily direct categories) gained from professional, established FMCG organisations.

    The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of procurement best practice, market dynamics, and supplier management.

    They will be an exceptional negotiator, with a track record of building strong, strategic relationships that consistently deliver results – both internally and externally.

    Build, lead and develop a high-performing Procurement team that's integral to the company and a true business partner in the organisation.

    Provide similar partnership to relevant teams across the business as you work to establish the role of Procurement.

    Ensure all team members have personal development plans and conduct formal and informal performance reviews with all team members.

    Procurement responsibilities
    Define the 5-year Procurement strategy and plans across all categories to deliver against the business objectives.
    Deliver the procurement annual budget.

    Risk management:
    Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and industry dynamics to proactively identify risks and opportunities to the budget delivery.
    Drive continuous improvement across the business, acting as a role model around quality and process standards.

    Ensure the team is supported and equipped to negotiate annual contracts with suppliers to achieve the most competitive pricing and strong availability across all Procurement categories.

    Collaborate with supply chain and finance leadership to deliver against business plans.
    Influence at a senior management level so that teams deliver together, exceptionally well – every time.
    Develop and continuously improve procurement processes, procedures, systems, governance and tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

    For the right person, this represents an excellent opportunity to make a transformative contribution to a well-known brand; with very real prospects for career development.

    Seniority level Mid-Senior level

    Employment type Full-time

    Job function Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
    Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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