Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Greater Manchester £60,000 - £65,000 Food Manufacturing Hybrid Working 3 Days from Home / 2 Days in OfficeMost procurement roles are reactive.Chasing shortages. Managing supplier issues. Explaining margin erosion after the damage is done.This role is different.This growing food manufacturing business is looking for a Procurement Manager who can think commercially, influence decisions across the business, and build a procurement function that adds real value.You ll take ownership of sourcing strategy across raw materials and packaging, managing supplier relationships globally while supporting profitability, product development, and supply continuity.Key responsibilities include: Leading supplier negotiations and managing contractsMonitoring markets and forecasting pricing movementWorking closely with Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, and NPD teamsSupporting product costings and yield managementImproving supplier performance and reducing waste/write-offsManaging global supply and import activity They re looking for someone with procurement experience within food manufacturing, strong negotiation skills, and the confidence to operate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is advantageous, but commercial ability and practical experience matter most.If you want a role where procurement has genuine influence on business performance, this is worth a conversation. ..... full job details .....