Procurement Manager - Fresh Produce

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has become available with a successful Fresh Produce specialist, in a key role as Procurement Manager / Buyer. This position offers the opportunity to join a successful and driven team. Working as part of an energetic and personable team, the position of Procurement Manager / Buyer will work alongside a counterpart and will become a fundamental member of the buying and commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of Fresh Produce, across a variety of Fresh produce categories
• Planning & management of stock, to ensure volumes are met
• Liaising with all parties to ensure product quality is achieved
• Managing successful & positive Supplier relationships
• Negotiating prices, meeting financial KPI's
• Liaising with key retail customers

Requirements

• Experience gained in a Buying / Procurement / Commercial role within Fresh Produce
• Professional and confident, with the ability to communicate at all levels
• An understanding of the Fresh Produce Supply Chain
• Numerically minded and confident working with data
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft systems

Additional Information

This role requires a passionate, organised and pro-active individual, confident in a fast-paced & demanding environment, with the ability to meet deadlines and tight timescales.

Hours: Monday - Friday
Salary: nego
Location: Kent