Procurement Manager (Fruit)

Procurement Manager Our client is an award winning industry leader in the Fresh Sector. Their financial performance, investment program and launch of innovative products certainly backs up that claim. Passion is not just a buzz word in this company, it drives everything they do. As a result of a rapidly expanding international supply base and excellent category growth, they now wish to source an experienced Fruit Procurement Manager. This role will be reporting to the Head of Purchasing, you will be responsible for all product procurement, planning, programming, budgets and last but not least, waste management. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years procurement experience in the fresh produce – ideally fruit. The skill sets required include a strong negotiator, someone able to plan and organise their day with a good eye for detail, and an excellent communicator. Spanish and French would be a bonus but not essential. The successful individual will have the ambition, drive and ability to develop the business and truly shape its future. If you don’t mind a spot of plane hoping, the role will involve elements of overseas travel in order to visit new suppliers and arrange programmes