Procurement / Supply Chain Coordinator - Food Manufacturing

2 weeks ago

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Gafoor Full time

Job Title: Procurement / Supply Chain Coordinator - Functional Ingredients

Location: Preston, Lancashire, UK

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job type: Full time, Permanent or Part Time/Job Share

Gafoor is a dynamic and rapidly growing family-owned business in Preston. They are a key player in their sector supplying poultry products to leading blue chip manufacturers nationally.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Buyer(s)/Procurement Coordinator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in purchasing raw materials, ingredients, and packaging within the food industry. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality and consistency of our products by managing supplier relationships and optimising procurement processes. You will need to have worked in a similar manufacturing environment and be able to multitask as the role is a dual role. You will also be responsible for Goods In and ensuring purchased goods are within specification, correct and are then stored safely and securely.

Excellent communication skills and team work are a must for this role as well as a flexible and proactive approach to ensure the needs of the business are met.

Please note that the company are not offering sponsorship opportunities, therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing and Procurement:

  • Identify and source high-quality ingredients and other materials for food production and packaging
  • Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible terms

Inventory Management:

  • Organise goods in delivery slots
  • Inspect products on arrival against specifications
  • Ensure products are stored correctly and safely to prevent damage or contamination
  • Monitor and manage stock levels to ensure an adequate supply of materials
  • Collaborate with production staff to forecast demand and avoid shortages or overstock situations

Supplier Management:

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
  • Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

  • Ensure all purchased materials meet the required standards and regulatory requirements
  • Work closely with the quality assurance team to maintain product integrity

About you:

Essential Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a Procurement, Supply Chain and Logistics is a must
  • Knowledge and/or experience of Food Safety Legislation and requirements
  • Experience using stock management systems
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbally
  • Attention to detail and accuracy is key for this role
  • Analytical, numerically astute, with strong problem-solving abilities
  • IT literacy is a must - experience in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is essential
  • Familiar working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment is essential.
  • Self-motivated, proactive with a flexible and positive approach.

Additional Information:

When applying applicants should provide a covering letter detailing their salary expectations, availability to commence work, current residential location.

If you are seeking the chance to join a well-established company at an exciting stage in their growth, please click the APPLY button to send your CV in for immediate consideration.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Buyer- Ingredients, Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain Organiser, Goods In, Food Manufacturing, Supply Chain Administrator, Production Administrator, Supply Chain Assistant, Procurement Administrator, Procurement Assistant may also be considered for this role.

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