Purchasing Officer - Immediate in Greenford

Borough Broth is a leading provider of high-quality, nourishing broths made from locally sourced, organic ingredients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, wellness, and transparency, we’re on a mission to make wholesome nutrition accessible to everyone. We are a fast-growing, values-led manufacturing business with a collaborative culture and a deep passion for real food. In October this year, we will be moving into a brand new manufacturing facility in Greenford to support the next ten years of growth.

We are looking for a commercially sharp and strategically minded Head of Procurement to lead our sourcing and supply chain function. This role is pivotal in supporting our growth through strong supplier relationships, smart procurement decisions, and future-focused planning, all aligned with our sustainable ethos. This role is about building and nurturing collaborative relationships that go beyond transactions, and creating a procurement function that is strategic, responsive, and values-driven. You will also play a key role in shaping the future of the business, contributing to major projects including our new production site and the launch of innovative new products.

• Develop and lead a long-term procurement strategy aligned with growth, innovation, and sustainability goals.
• Secure contracted pricing for raw materials and packaging that balances cost, quality, and long-term value.
• Define and manage supplier performance KPIs to monitor quality, service, innovation, and value.

• Support NPD and EPD projects with commercially sound and technically feasible sourcing strategies.
• Identify and manage supply risks to ensure continuity during periods of scale and innovation.
• Work closely with the Demand Planner to align procurement activity with volume forecasts and strategic objectives.
• Co-own COGS reporting and forecasting with Finance, ensuring accuracy and visibility for planning.
• Ensure the effective management of ingredient and packaging inventories, maintaining continuity of supply for production while optimising stock levels and supporting the company's cash flow objectives.
• Lead and support the Purchasing Manager, helping them develop professionally and grow their skills.
• Build a positive, collaborative procurement culture focused on accountability, growth, and operational excellence.

• Proven experience in procurement, ideally within organic, natural, or premium food manufacturing.
• Strong commercial acumen, with a history of successful supplier negotiations and long-term partnerships.
• Experience developing and managing KPIs across procurement and supplier performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised, with a structured and data-informed approach to reporting.
• A genuine passion for organic, sustainable food and the mission behind Borough Broth.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with a drive to build processes and systems that support long-term success.
• Collaborative, curious, and motivated by purpose as well as performance.

Be a core team member driving a high-impact, high-growth part of the business. Join a B Corp certified, purpose-led company that’s redefining sustainable food. Competitive salary and performance-based bonus. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Flexible working culture with strong team collaboration on-site.