Procurement Manager

4 days ago


St Albans, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

Company description:

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 94% of British households.At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and potential colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

Job description:

Due to internal movement, we are looking for a Procurement Manager - Packaging to join our friendly and dynamic team. As a Procurement Manager looking after our Packaging category, you will be able to demonstrate experience of maintaining live knowledge of supply markets. Alongside the ability to develop collaborative relationships with key suppliers, you will understand strategic sourcing methodologies, coupled with strong analytical thinking skills, and the ability identify market trends and issues.

To excel in this role, this role requires an individual who is a skilled negotiator adept at managing complex negotiations. For this role, we're really keen to bring in someone who is an effective and highly adaptable communicator with strong networking and relationship building skills. This role would really suit somebody who has an understanding of strategic sourcing methodologies.

You will have the ability to think laterally, utilising problem-solving skills to develop new approaches and be an effective and highly adaptable communicator with strong networking and relationship building skills. Working with a team of passionate professionals, you'll be instrumental in driving the procurement strategy forward.

This role would suit someone with a couple of years experience and looking for the opportunity to expand your experience and develop your career with Premier Foods. We are agile in our approach to work, constantly striving to improve and learn. Premier Foods believe in creating a Great Place to Work, where our shared values guide us in the way we do things. We aim higher in everything we do, challenging ourselves to achieve excellence.

The Key Requirements...
  • To develop and implement sustainable sourcing strategies that support our business objectives.
  • Develop a deep understanding of markets and supply chains.
  • To identify and implement collaborative relationships with key suppliers where appropriate.
  • Negotiate and implement complex/high risk contracts, through a range of tendering processes to meet business needs.
  • To provide ongoing support to the Development, Brand and Manufacturing teams through sourcing strategies and pricing forecasts.
  • To identify and implement key packaging trends, risks and opportunities aligned to our business strategies.

As a Procurement Manager - Packaging, you will be motivated by the opportunity to develop collaborative relationships with key suppliers. Your remit would be to assure the supply of key packaging lines to our factories across the country. This role is about developing new approaches and driving the procurement strategy forward.

You’re not interested in being stagnant in your career. You won’t have to settle for a role that doesn't excite you. This isn't just another job, it's a chance to thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment. In this role, you will be given the chance to utilise your strong networking and relationship-building skills. You will be part of a team that respects and encourages one another.

Here at Premier Foods, our aim is to double our turnover by 2030. We are a leading Food manufacturing business, striving to enrich the lives of our consumers and colleagues. Our shared values are the DNA of our business, guiding us in decision making and ensuring we are united in our approach.

This is an opportunity for you to be part of an organisation known for its commitment to nurturing and sustaining growth. We are proud of our reputation as an employer of choice due to our strong values.

The Benefits and Perks...
  • Bonus
  • Company Car Allowance
  • Company Pension
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and occupational health support
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • The Hamper - our employee discount platform

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