Head of Procurement

Head of Procurement
(clear progression to Head of Procurement - Europe)

Location Salary & Benefits

Salary up to £91,000

15% annual bonus

Overview

We are seeking a Head of Procurement to join a growing food manufacturing business at a key point of transition and expansion across Europe.

This role replaces the current Procurement Manager, who will be leaving mid-March due to relocation. The position has been uplifted to reflect the increasing strategic importance of procurement within the business.

You will join a small, agile procurement function and work closely with a newly appointed Senior Buyer. The role is both strategic and hands-on, offering a clear pathway into a future Head of Procurement - Europe position as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities Strategic

Develop and drive procurement strategy across the UK and Europe

Support business growth by identifying sourcing opportunities and improvements

Implement best-practice procurement processes and standards

Protect margins through effective cost management and supplier strategy

Operational

Day-to-day buying of ingredients and raw materials

Supplier management, performance reviews, and relationship development

Contract negotiation and management

Leading tendering and sourcing activities

Delivering cost savings initiatives

Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements

Supporting and leading BRC audits and supplier compliance

Team & Stakeholders

Manage and work closely with a Senior Buyer

Collaborate with Operations, Technical, Finance, and Commercial teams

Engage with suppliers across the UK and Europe

Experience & Background

Proven procurement experience within food manufacturing, ingredients, or raw materials

Strong understanding of BRC standards and audit requirements

Experience across both strategic procurement and hands-on buying

Demonstrated success in cost saving, supplier negotiation, and margin protection

Person Profile

Ready to step up into a broader leadership role rather than already operating at full European Head level

Comfortable working in a lean team and being operationally involved

Commercially minded, proactive, and improvement-focused

Confident influencing stakeholders at all levels

Why Join

Clear progression into a European leadership role

Opportunity to shape procurement strategy during a period of growth

Established role with strong foundations already in place