Packaging Procurement Manager

Job Title: Packaging Procurement Manager
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Salary: £60,000 + Car Allowance
Hours: Monday to Friday with Homeworking included

Please note sponsorship or PSW Visa candidates cannot be accepted

Responsibilities:

• Management of overall procurement strategy, ensuring sourcing, cost savings and operational efficiency.
  
  
• Lead negotiations for procurement contracts
  
  
• Source, onboard and maintain suppliers that meet quality, sustainability, and compliance requirements.
  
  
• Regular liaison with existing and potential suppliers.
  
  
• Collaborate with colleagues and other teams to ensure contracts are aligned with regulatory standards, company policies, and customer requirements.
  
  
• Market trends and data analytics
  
  
• Implement cost-saving initiatives when possible.
  
  
• Work closely wider the supply chain team
  
  
• Identify and assess potential risks within supply chain.
  
  
• Maintain a risk management structure to ensure continuous of supply.
  
  
• Work to regulatory, ethical & environmental standards and company and customer requirements.
  
  Requirements:
  
  
• Packaging Procurement/Buying/Purchasing experience with the food industry.
  
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word