Head of Procurement

Contact:

Sarah Hewitson

Contact email:

Job ref:

SH71

Published:

1 day ago

Expiry date:

2026-03-14

I am currently recruiting for a Procurement Manager for a fast paced FMCG business. This is a senior hands on procurement role with real influence on product souring and supplier strategy with a fast moving FMCG / Food business.

Reporting to the MD

This is a commercially critical role within a fast-paced FMCG environment, where retailer specifications, margin management, availability, and speed to market are paramount.

You will have end-to-end responsibility for procurement across a private label food portfolio, managing global suppliers and ensuring products meet customer, technical, ethical, and commercial requirements. The role requires strong experience in food buying, supplier negotiation, and working to exacting customer and retailer standards.

• Source private label food products in line with customer and retailer specifications, delivering the optimal balance of cost, quality, lead time, and supply continuity
• Manage and develop relationships with global food manufacturers and ingredient suppliers
• Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, payment terms, volumes, and contracts in margin-sensitive environments
• Monitor raw material markets and supplier performance, proactively managing cost pressures and supply rise
• Work closely with Quality and Technical teams to support specifications, audits, traceability, and compliance documentation
• Support Logistics and Imports activity, including customs clearance and shipping documentation, ensuring on-time, in-full delivery

They are looking for a candidate from FMCG/Food buying background at senior level to manage the procurement department