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Procurement Manager


Company : TipTopJob


Location : Sudbury, England


Created : 2025-07-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for theProcurement Managerrole atTipTopJob 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theProcurement Managerrole atTipTopJob Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Are you a Procurement Manager craving a role where you can truly make a difference? Imagine stepping into a pivotal position within a dynamic, transforming supply chain function in the Sudbury area. Were not just looking for a manager; were seeking an independent, hands:on leader ready to drive significant impact in an environment that feels less like a corporate giant and more like an agile, growing enterprise.This is your chance to really shape our procurement future. If youve got deep, practical experience, especially within the food, ingredients, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors, and a knack for building robust supplier relationships while relentlessly focusing on quality, then this is the opportunity youve been waiting for.What Youll Be Doing (and Why Its Exciting)Strategic Impact: Youll be at the forefront, crafting and rolling out comprehensive procurement strategies that directly align with our business goals, operational needs, and sustainability commitments : seeing your vision come to life.Supplier Mastery: From raw materials to packaging and indirect categories, youll identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers, ensuring top:tier quality, seamless continuity, and smart cost:effectiveness.Operational Excellence: Take charge of raw material planning and call:offs, expertly balancing availability with inventory control to keep our production flowing smoothly and efficiently.Leadership in Action: Youll oversee tendering processes, expertly negotiate contracts, and seamlessly onboard new suppliers, becoming the go:to expert in these critical areas.Relationship Building: Forge and maintain strong, collaborative connections with our key suppliers and service providers, driving continuous improvement and sparking innovation.Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a Procurement Specialist, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning within your team.Who Were Looking ForCIPS qualified (minimum Level 5) is non:negotiable : your foundation is solid.Substantial experience in a procurement leadership role, specifically within the food, ingredients, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors.A proven track record of successfully developing and executing procurement strategies.Demonstrated experience in leading and developing high:performing teams.Exceptional negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.The ability to expertly manage multiple priorities in a fast:paced environment : you thrive under pressure.Commercially astute with excellent analytical and financial skills.Self:motivated, hands:on, and results:oriented with a genuinely proactive mindset.Position DetailsLocation: Sudbury areaSalary: GBP50,000Working Pattern: Monday : Friday, 8 AM : 5 PMIf youre a strategic thinker who loves to influence stakeholders, drive positive change, and are ready to make a significant, tangible impact within a growing procurement function, we genuinely want to hear from you.Dont just manage : lead the way Apply todaySenior Buyer Purchasing Manager Supply Chain Manager Sourcing Manager Category Manager Head of Procurement Materials ManagerRandstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TipTopJob by 2x Get notified about new Procurement Manager jobs inSudbury, England, United Kingdom . 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