Senior Procurement Manager (Fresh Produce)

Senior Procurement Manager (Fresh Produce)

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
– West Sussex, hybrid working
– Attractive salary and package
– Brand new position due to growth!

Company Overview:
A renowned fresh produce company known for its innovative and sustainable approach to delivering top-quality fruit.

Role Purpose:
In this newly created role, you will lead and evolve the procurement strategy. You will be a procurement change leader, driving high-level functional transformation for the category. Implementing best practice procurement processes tailored for business needs-working closely with the commercial and agronomy teams.

Key Responsibilities:
* Category Management: Drive strategic category management across the globe, maximizing supplier value and cross-functional opportunities.
* Process Enhancement: Streamline procurement processes, implement governance frameworks, and lead sourcing changes to boost efficiency.
* Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and deploy SRM frameworks to enhance supplier performance, innovation, and sustainability.
* Risk & Sustainability: Support ESG strategy, managing supplier risk and transparency.
* Business Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor, partnering with stakeholders to expand the proposition and drive procurement transformation.

Requirements:
* Proven experience in procurement and sourcing positions within the produce industry (essential)
* A strong track record in developing and executing procurement strategies (essential)
* Flexibility to travel extensively in order to visit suppliers worldwide (essential)

How to Apply:
Please send your CV to (url removed) or contact me on LinkedIn