Procurement Manager – Fresh Produce
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £40000 – £60000/annum + car allowance
A leader in a competitive market, our client is a signifcant supplier of fresh produce to the major multiples. Their success is built on an ongoing commitment to quality produce, customer service, innovation and ethical trading. Their investment program and launch of innovative products certainly backs up that claim. Passion is not just a buzz word in this company, it drives everything they do. As a result of a significant further business, they now wish to strengthen procurement team within the ambient salad categories (Tomatoes, Cucumbers & Peppers).
Reporting to the Procurement Director, you will be responsible for specific category procurement, planning, programming, budgets and last but not least, waste management. You will be a strong and pro-active communicator who builds mutual trust and respect with a global supply-base. You will also be required to identify new and novel products and growers/suppliers to support various innovation plans, ensuring new suppliers are integrated seamlessly into the supply chain.
The ideal candidate will have procurement experience within Fresh Produce. You will demonstrate excellent negotiation and relationship building skills, be self motivated, an experienced project manager and have excellent attention to detail. Language skills would be a bonus but not essential.
The successful individual will have the ambition, drive and ability to develop the business and truly shape its future.
Salary : £To attract the best plus car allowance + further benefits
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- Address Deal, Kent
