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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