Senior Procurement Leader

Hemel Hempstead Full-Time 32400 - 54000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

We are looking for an influential and strategic procurement professional with strong analytical and negotiation skills to join our client as a Senior Procurement Leader. You would play a key role as part of Europe’s leading vending, coffee and refreshment provider, developing sourcing strategies, ensuring supplier quality, and optimizing costs while maintaining the highest standards for freshness, sustainability, and flavour excellence.

Full-time role on a 12 month contract, offering a hybrid working pattern combining remote / Hemel Hempstead Head Office. Salary up to £45,000 dependent on experience plus benefits including life assurance, 5 weeks paid sick leave, plus industry leading training and development opportunities.

The Role

Reporting to as well as working closely alongside the Procurement Director, your role would combine leadership with category expertise in fresh food and coffee. You would design and implement procurement strategies for fresh food to go and food tech product ranges, hot drinks and coffee, that align with business goals while driving innovation and differentiation in these categories to meet consumer trends and preferences.

Responsibilities will include:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross functional partners to ensure flawless execution of strategy
Translate market trends and client needs into profitable products and concepts
Partner with product development teams and suppliers to introduce new offerings in coffee blends and fresh food categories
Establish and nurture partnerships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and long-term value
Negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms, sustainability commitments, and consistent quality
Ensure sourcing practices support sustainability goals, such as fair-trade coffee, organic certifications, and reduced food waste
Work with quality assurance teams to ensure suppliers meet high standards for freshness and product integrity

The Candidate

Deep understanding of fresh food and coffee industries, including sourcing, supply chain, and market dynamics
Ability to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives and market opportunities
Expertise in securing optimal supplier agreements and driving win-win outcomes
Proficiency in using data to inform decisions, analyse supplier performance, and track category trends
Strong people management and communication skills to inspire teams and influence stakeholders
Proven ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships and drive mutual value

The Company

Europe's leading vending, coffee and refreshment provider for the workplace and public domain, operating across 16 countries within Europe, serving 12 million people every day. Within the UK they are trusted by circa 3,500 businesses to serve tasty beverages and snacks at a variety of locations from workplaces to schools, universities and hospitals and everywhere in-between.

Senior Procurement Leader employer: Coburg Banks

As a Senior Procurement Leader at Europe's leading vending, coffee and refreshment provider, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation, sustainability, and employee development. With a hybrid working model based in Hemel Hempstead, you will enjoy competitive benefits including life assurance and extensive training opportunities, all while contributing to a company that serves millions daily and values fresh, quality products. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the procurement landscape and grow your career in a supportive environment.