A newly established start-up is seeking a permanent Procurement Manager for their fruit and vegetable supply business offering a salary of up to £48,000. This requires travel one day a week to their office in Paddington. This role will involve sourcing high-quality fresh produce from suppliers and efficiently delivering it to customers, ensuring a timely and seamless service. You will be an ideal fit for this position if you have experience in implementing end-to-end procurement processes within the food or beverage industry. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Manager include: Procuring fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms and wholesalers, focusing on quality, pricing, and seasonal availability. Cultivating and sustaining strong relationships with suppliers. Negotiating pricing and contracts with suppliers to enhance cost-effectiveness. Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating restocking efforts to prevent shortages or waste. Analysing market trends to inform sourcing decisions. Keeping meticulous records of purchases, deliveries, and inventory status. Engaging professionally with customers during deliveries and effectively addressing questions or concerns. Person Specification of the Procurement Manager: Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement with a food and/or beverage environment Strong negotiation and communication skills Valid UK driving license with a clean driving record Proactive problem solver with a can-do attitude Highly organised and detail-orientated Salary Up to £48kThis role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, operations manager, or operations controller