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Procurement Manager (FTC)

Kent
money-bag £45000 - £60000/annum
Posted 2 days ago

Title: Procurement Manager - 12 Month FTC
Salary: -45K - -60K DOE
Work Pattern: Hybrid

Location: Kent


We''re working with a leading fresh food business supplying a broad customer base across the UK. As they continue to scale and diversify, they''re looking for a Procurement Manager to take ownership of raw material and packaging procurement - helping to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and support operational success.



Role Responsibilities:

You''ll play a central role in ensuring production has what it needs, when it needs it. That includes:

  • Procuring all raw materials and packaging, negotiating pricing, quantities, and lead times

  • Monitoring and managing tray and pallet usage, including daily hire/de-hire through customers

  • Minimising waste through smart stock control and supplier communication

  • Working closely with technical and production teams to meet spec, especially during promotions

  • Maintaining accurate procurement records and supporting compliance with packaging waste regulations (e.g., Valpak)

  • Supporting the finance team with forecasting, reporting, and budget input

  • Attending crop meetings and liaising with site supervisors to ensure smooth site-to-site logistics



Candidate Requirements:

  • A solid understanding of fresh produce or FMCG environments

  • Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills

  • Organised, analytical, and confident with Excel and stock systems

  • Knowledge of packaging waste regulations is a bonus, but training can be provided

  • Comfortable working cross-functionally in a fast-moving environment

This is a hands-on, varied role in a business that values collaboration, adaptability, and people who take ownership.

If you''d like to be in consideration for this - apply now!


*MorePeople will be in touch to conduct an initial screening call on behalf of the client and outline the interview process thereafter. *

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