Job Title

Head of Procurement
(clear progression to Head of Procurement - Europe)

Location

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Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £91,000

• 15% annual bonus

Overview

We are seeking a Head of Procurement to join a growing food manufacturing business at a key point of transition and expansion across Europe.

This role replaces the current Procurement Manager, who will be leaving mid-March due to relocation. The position has been uplifted to reflect the increasing strategic importance of procurement within the business.

You will join a small, agile procurement function and work closely with a newly appointed Senior Buyer. The role is both strategic and hands-on, offering a clear pathway into a future Head of Procurement - Europe position as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic

• Develop and drive procurement strategy across the UK and Europe

• Support business growth by identifying sourcing opportunities and improvements

• Implement best-practice procurement processes and standards

• Protect margins through effective cost management and supplier strategy

Operational

• Day-to-day buying of ingredients and raw materials

• Supplier management, performance reviews, and relationship development

• Contract negotiation and management

• Leading tendering and sourcing activities

• Delivering cost savings initiatives

• Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements

• Supporting and leading BRC audits and supplier compliance

Team & Stakeholders

• Manage and work closely with a Senior Buyer

• Collaborate with Operations, Technical, Finance, and Commercial teams

• Engage with suppliers across the UK and Europe

Experience & Background

• Proven procurement experience within food manufacturing, ingredients, or raw materials

• Strong understanding of BRC standards and audit requirements

• Experience across both strategic procurement and hands-on buying

• Demonstrated success in cost saving, supplier negotiation, and margin protection

Person Profile

• Ready to step up into a broader leadership role rather than already operating at full European Head level

• Comfortable working in a lean team and being operationally involved

• Commercially minded, proactive, and improvement-focused

• Confident influencing stakeholders at all levels

Why Join

• Clear progression into a European leadership role

• Opportunity to shape procurement strategy during a period of growth

• Established role with strong foundations already in place