Overview

We have the privilege of recruiting on behalf of an innovative business, who are a leader in their sector, supplying UK and European Retail customers with Fresh, High Quality Fresh Produce. Due to exciting growth within the business, we currently offer the opportunity of Senior Procurement Manager.

The opportunity of Senior Procurement Manager will report to Director level and will take responsibility for the company procurement strategy on imported products, managing & directing the procurement function within this arena.

Key responsibilities include;

Manage key relationships with suppliers and company partners

Encourage and support within the team

Support import category management

Deputise for Procurement Director

We require;
A thorough understanding of global product sourcing, with the ability to communicate with Spanish partners

Experience in Fresh Produce Procurement / Buying, ideally across Fruit categories
Excellent management skills, working to encourage and develop the team

Strong communication skills, at all levels, with an approachable manner
Attention to detail, meticulous, and a strategic thinker
Highly influential, with excellent negotiating skills

Spanish language would be ideal

This opportunity will be fast paced and demanding requiring a motivated, passionate, and results driven procurement individual.

Salary and Benefits; Offered at Senior level and will reflect experience

Location; South East England / Kent

To discuss the opportunity of Senior Buyer / Senior Procurement Manager / Buying Manager / Fruit further, please call Aimi or Louise on 01284 735575 or alternatively please send an up to date CV to info@tailormaderesources.co.uk