Chocolate & Soft Commodities Procurement Manager | Major FMCG / Food Manufacturer | London / Hertfordshire / Bedfordshire (Hybrid) | c.£55k - £65k + Package
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar at jobsOE@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
Do you have the expertise to source the finest cocoa, chocolate, ingredients or soft commodities while driving innovation and sustainability? Join a market-leading, household-name business that produces some of the UK's most loved food & confectionery snacks! This is your chance to work with a company that values creativity, collaboration, and sustainability-where your procurement expertise can make a real impact.
With a strong commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and innovation, we offer a fast-paced, supportive environment where you'll have the freedom to shape procurement strategies, build strong supplier partnerships, and drive meaningful change.
As Chocolate & Soft Commodities Procurement Manager, you will be at the heart of our business, ensuring we source the highest quality ingredients while delivering cost-effective and sustainable solutions. Your expertise will help shape the future of our products, ensuring we stay ahead of market trends and continue to delight consumers.
Chocolate & Soft Commodities Procurement Manager Responsibilties:
* Managing supplier relationships to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and reliable cocoa and chocolate sourcing.
* Identifying and evaluating alternative suppliers to boost resilience and business continuity.
* Leading contract negotiations to secure the best terms and long-term partnerships.
* Working closely with internal teams, including NPD, to drive innovation with new ingredients.
* Embedding sustainability into procurement strategies, focusing on ethical sourcing and environmental impact.
* Keeping up to date with market trends, pricing, and advancements in sustainable cocoa sourcing.
* Driving process improvements for more efficient procurement and supplier collaboration.
* Using data and analytics to inform purchasing decisions, reduce costs, and enhance operations.
* Ensuring compliance with company policies and maintaining accurate records of contracts and supplier performance.
Chocolate & Soft Commodities Procurement Manager Required Expereince:
* A degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
* Proven experience in procurement within FMCG or Manufacturing.
* Experience in purchasing cocoa or chocolate-based ingredients (highly desirable).
* Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* High level of numeracy, organisation, and time management abilities.
* A proactive self-starter with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and work with some of the most exciting food products in the industry, please apply via this advert.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar at jobsOE@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
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