Procurement Manager

· Active role in creating and delivering strategy that allows the company to achieve business and sustainability targets with supply and distribution partners.

· Accountable for the Procurement and Supply Chain of selected categories (experience and development dependant) across the UK & International markets through creation and timely implementation of Category Strategies.

· Categories may include brand defining core such as Proteins and Rice as well as supporting the PST team with additional category and distribution management.

· You will report to the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain and as a key member of the team you will strive to deliver the business's growth strategy and the goals in support of the development of best-in-class performance and facilities.

· You will achieve continuous improvement and competitive advantage across all supply partners.

· Engagement with International Partners and Supply Chain leads to focus on Global, Regional and Local products creating value in everything you through leveraging cost improvement and efficiency savings.

· You will continually investigate and recommend new and comparable materials, techniques, etc.

· Keeping abreast of market trends and commodity information is an essential part of this role.

· You will work and liaise closely with key stakeholders to prioritise needs and ensure full operational understanding.

· You will drive cross brand opportunities and share best practice across the entire business.