At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage cocoa procurement, supplier relationships, and support innovation in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Major player in the cocoa industry with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, private healthcare, matched pension, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Exciting growth opportunities and a dynamic work culture await you.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team where your ideas can make a real impact on sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement or sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for quality.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Location: London; typically 2 days at a site, remainder working from home
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + 10% bonus + HC + 10% matched pension + succession plan for career advancement
Type: Full-time, Permanent
A newly created role, Procurement Manager - Cocoa. This is a high-impact role responsible for sourcing, sustainability, and supplier management of cocoa and chocolate, ensuring top-quality ingredients go into products enjoyed by millions.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Managing the procurement of cocoa and chocolate - balancing cost, quality, and supply continuity.
- Leading supplier relationships and negotiations to secure favourable commercial outcomes.
- Supporting innovation by working with NPD teams to source new ingredients and capabilities.
- Embedding ethical and sustainable sourcing practices into the procurement strategy.
- Monitoring market trends and identifying new sourcing opportunities.
- Collaborating closely with Supply Chain, Finance, and Product Development teams.
- Using data to inform decisions, improve efficiency, and drive cost savings.
What We're Looking For:
- Procurement or strategic sourcing with experience in sourcing cocoa, chocolate, or very similar food ingredients.
- Confident negotiator with strong supplier management and commercial skills.
- Comfortable analysing data and working with systems like SAP.
- Proactive, collaborative mindset with strong communication skills.
- A passion for quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Package & Benefits:
- circa £55,000 - £75,000
- 10% bonus
- Private HC
- 10% matched pension
- Hybrid working
- Flexible hours
- Succession plan for career advancement
Why Join?
This business is a major player in the industry, with operations across multiple sites. It has strong growth ambitions, a focus on innovation, and a commitment to doing the right thing. It's an exciting time to come on board. You'll be part of a supportive and down-to-earth team where your ideas and energy can make a genuine difference. Expect plenty of variety, room to grow, and a very fast-paced environment.
Procurement Manager - Cocoa in London employer: Henderson Brown Procurement & Supply Chain
Join a well-established and growing food business in Central London as a Procurement Manager, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the ingredients that go into millions of goods across the UK. Enjoy a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance, alongside a competitive salary and bonus package, while being part of a supportive and collaborative team that values innovation and offers ample opportunities for professional growth.
Contact Details:
Henderson Brown Procurement & Supply Chain Recruitment Team
