Strategic Sourcing Manager - Protein Categories

Senior Procurement Manager – Proteins Categories Location: Leicestershire (3 days on site/supplier visits, remainder from home) Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 + package Type: Full-time, Permanent Ready to shape what\’s on millions of plates across the UK? We\’re looking for a seasoned procurement professional with serious protein experience-beef, poultry, pork, the works. This is a high-impact role in a key category, driving how we source, negotiate, and manage supplier partnerships. What You\’ll Be Doing: * Leading strategic supplier relationships across all core proteins. * Balancing cost, quality, and continuity to meet commercial and technical priorities. * Using market knowledge and cost insights to inform smart, forward-thinking decisions. * Developing category strategies that reflect trends, sustainability goals, and efficiency. * Managing risk to protect continuity and create value. * Producing accurate financial forecasts and planning across short, medium, and long terms. * Driving quality across product, service, and process in collaboration with suppliers. * Working closely with Technical, Finance, Supply Chain, and NPD teams. What We\’re Looking For: * Proven experience in protein procurement within food manufacturing. * Strong track record in purchasing high volumes of beef, pork, and poultry. * Deep understanding of protein markets and wider macroeconomic factors. * Skilled negotiator with strong commercial acumen. * Strategic mindset, comfortable with data and planning. * Collaborative communicator who can influence cross-functionally. Package & Benefits: * £65,000 – £85,000 depending on experience * Competitive package * Hybrid working – 3 days on site/suppliers, 2 days from home * Join a fast-moving, values-led business with strong growth plans Why Join? This role is all about impact. You\’ll have autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape a crucial part of the supply chain. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to be part of a collaborative team that values fresh thinking and doing the right thing, this is for you