Purchasing Manager

Procurement ManagerConfidential Manufacturing and FMCG Business DoncasterA well-established and fast-growing FMCG manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join its senior supply chain function. This is a high-profile role offering broad responsibility across procurement, supplier management, commercial negotiations, and strategic supply chain improvement.Working closely with the Procurement and Supply Chain Director, the successful candidate will take ownership of supplier relationships, procurement budgets, and cost optimisation initiatives, while supporting operational performance across the wider business.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will have full accountability for both an indirect and direct procurement for this medium sized enterprise in Lincolnshire.Manage and develop relationships with a broad external supplier base, including raw materials, packaging, third-party products and operational service providersLead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, service levels and contractual termsIdentify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers to support business growth and continuityTake ownership of procurement budgets, reporting performance and market trends to senior leadershipWork collaboratively with operations, planning, sales and marketing teams to support inventory optimisation and service delivery (SandOP)Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives across the supply chainSupport new product development activity, ..... full job details .....