Procurement Specialist for Food Manufacturing

4 weeks ago


Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Talent Drive | B Corp™ Full time

Job Title: Procurement Specialist for Food Manufacturing

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team in Hertfordshire. As a Procurement Specialist for Food Manufacturing, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of ingredients for a leading consumer brand.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Category management and strategic sourcing of materials
  • Delivering best value for the category
  • Working with NPD teams to deliver best-in-class innovation
  • Value engineering projects and execution of benefits
  • Working with bakeries to ensure they are well-supported
  • Ensuring we have appropriate material cover in place and cover is placed at the best time to ensure lowest cost
  • Strong supplier management skills
  • Accurate reporting of buying variance
  • Working closely with suppliers to ensure deliveries are made on time and in full

Requirements:

  • Ingredient Procurement experience, ideally having operated within Food Manufacturing
  • Experience of working closely with NPD teams
  • Confidence in dealing with challenging situations
  • Proven negotiation skills
  • Analytical and numerate – attention to detail
  • Team player, proactive, and results-focused
  • CIPS qualification an advantage

About the Company: Talent Drive is a leading recruitment agency that partners with top brands to find the best talent. We are proud to be a B Corp, committed to making a positive impact on the environment and society.

What We Offer: A dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a competitive salary and benefits package.



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