We are looking for an Entrepreneurial & Dynamic hands-on Procurement Manager to head up a Health & Wellness procurement function. You will spearhead the purchasing & stock control process from creating and managing an efficient forecast & demand planning function to selecting suppliers and taking ownership of the sourcing and procurement process.
As Procurement Manager, you will be a supply chain expert who will specialise in implementing cost-effective purchases of all goods, across Raw materials such as dry commodities for blending, packaging, and finished goods, as required by the company. With such a complex mix of products and shelf life, strict control of goods held in stock will be key. It is a cross-functional role, and we are looking for someone with experience in buying, demand planning, and the ability to take on and own the complex flow of materials.
Desirable experience:
- Creating and operating analysis and planning tools
- Procurement roles within food manufacturing operations
- Demand planning roles within the FMCG industry
Procurement Manager Responsibilities:
- Develop the existing procurement strategy with a focus on longer-term demand-driven planning to prevent overstock / last-minute understock.
- Work with the NPD team to source and engage, dependable suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Owning the “Stock control process” promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.
- Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.
- Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities e.g., Distressed stock
- Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
- Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management.
- Conduct regular forecast maintenance.
- Oversee & manage the systems & tools that track demand, inventory, and the supply of goods.
Procurement Manager Requirements:
- Proven experience managing supply chain operations – preferable in a Food Production or FMCG environments
- Management and leadership skills
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.