At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement for packaging and ingredients in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a leading FMCG food manufacturing business with a focus on teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free on-site parking, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Casual dress code and a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact by ensuring supply continuity for major UK retailers.
- Qualifications: Experience in FMCG supply chain or purchasing, especially in food manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Join a Leading FMCG Food Manufacturing Business. Teamwork Partnership is recruiting for an experienced Purchasing Manager Packaging, Ingredients & Dry Goods Stores to join a fast-paced food manufacturing operation in Glasgow. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement and supply chain professional with strong FMCG experience to take ownership of packaging, ingredients, and dry goods procurement while ensuring uninterrupted supply to major UK retailers including Tesco, M&S, and Ocado.
As Purchasing Manager, you will lead the sourcing, planning, and management of all packaging materials and food ingredients required across the site. Working closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Technical, NPD, Commercial, and Finance teams, you will play a key role in maintaining supply continuity, driving cost savings, and supporting new product launches.
- Manage end-to-end procurement and material planning for packaging and ingredients
- Attend NPD meetings and source materials for new product development projects
- Set up and maintain product BOMs within planning systems
- Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and contract negotiations
- Manage supply chain risks and resolve material supply issues
- Collaborate with Operations, Technical, Packaging Development, Commercial, and Finance teams
- Monitor procurement data, reporting, and KPI performance
- Support sustainability initiatives across packaging and materials procurement
Previous FMCG supply chain or purchasing experience is required, along with experience within food manufacturing, chilled food, protein, or similar sectors. A strong understanding of packaging materials and food ingredients is essential, as well as knowledge of BRCGS standards, retailer codes of practice, and UK food legislation. Excellent organisational and planning abilities are necessary.
Key Performance Indicators include Packaging Waste Reduction and Supplier Performance Scores. This is a full-time permanent position with a competitive salary, free on-site parking, and career development opportunities within a growing business. If you're an experienced Purchasing Manager looking for your next challenge within FMCG food manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.
Casual dress and free parking are available.
Senior Procurement Manager- Logistics in Paisley employer: Teamwork Partnership Ltd
As a leading FMCG food manufacturing business, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment in Glasgow. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our career development opportunities, while our focus on sustainability initiatives ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking team. With competitive salaries, casual dress, and free on-site parking, we offer a rewarding workplace for procurement professionals eager to make an impact.
