Procurement Manager Food

Portfolio Procurement

Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 15 days

Maidstone, Kent ME17 2BE, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Portfolio Procurement is seeking a Procurement Manager (Food) for a leading client based in Kent.
The role involves developing purchasing strategies, managing the purchasing process, and building relationships with key suppliers.
Candidates should have previous experience as a Procurement Manager in a food manufacturing environment and ideally possess a degree in Supply Chain Management.
The position requires strong analytical and communication skills, as well as experience dealing with international suppliers.
The salary for this role is competitive, and applicants should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience.

Portfolio Procurement have been engaged by our leading Kent based client to recruit for a Procurement Manager (Food)

Job Description

Develop and implement purchasing strategies within the food and packaging categories.
Manage the purchasing process including buying, supplying and distribution for the company.
Build strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery at competitive prices.
Forecast demand for our products and services, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
Stay up to date with changing regulations.
Identify the best products and suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules and quality.

The Successful Applicant

Previous experience as Procurement Manager within a food manufacturing environment
Experience sourcing food ingredients and packaging.
Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field (ideally).
Strategically minded with strong analytical ability and excellent communication skills.
Experience dealing with international suppliers and building strong relationships with stakeholders.

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