Procurement Specialist
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Procurement Specialist
West Midlands | Up to £40,000 DOE | Permanent Position
A well-established fresh produce business in the West Midlands is looking to recruit a Procurement Specialist to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded and detail-oriented individual with experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or supplier management within the food, fresh produce, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors.
The Role
- Manage supplier relationships and day-to-day procurement activities
- Source products, materials, and services in line with business requirements
- Monitor supplier performance, pricing, and service levels
- Negotiate costs and support commercial purchasing decisions
- Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier documentation
- Work closely with operations, production, technical, and commercial teams
- Support stock management and supply planning activities
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
- Assist with supplier compliance and quality assurance requirements
Requirements
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, Food Production, or a related field
- Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or supplier management
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Good numerical and analytical ability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable
- Experience within fresh produce, food manufacturing, FMCG, or a similar fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of supplier compliance, stock control, and demand planning
- Experience using ERP, purchasing, or stock management systems
- Understanding of quality standards and supply chain best practices
- CIPS qualification or working towards CIPS accreditation
Package
- Permanent full-time position
- Salary up to £40,000 DOE
- Career development opportunities
- Supportive and professional working environment
- West Midlands location
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