Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

3 weeks ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Pets Choice Ltd Full time

Pets Choice Ltd, a leading Pet products company in the UK, seeks a talented Senior Category Buyer / Manager.

This role involves managing raw materials and packaging for our manufactured products.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading a team and mentoring colleagues
  • Developing and implementing procurement strategies for raw materials and packaging
  • Maintaining effective relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness
  • Conducting market research to identify trends and potential new suppliers
  • Ensuring adherence to environmental regulations
  • Negotiating contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers
  • Regularly assessing supplier performance and identifying areas for improvement
  • Managing supplier risks, including mitigating potential supply chain disruptions
  • Coordinating with production, planning, and logistics teams to align raw material and packaging availability with production schedules and demand forecasts
  • Maintaining optimal inventory levels, balancing cost efficiency with the risk of stockouts or excess inventory
  • Managing procurement budgets
  • Identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements without compromising on product quality or delivery timelines

A competitive salary of approximately £62,500 is offered, based on experience.

We require:

  • At least 3 years' experience in procurement, preferably in the FMCG sector
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, focusing on cost optimisation and process improvement
  • Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite


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