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
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year