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Procuement Manager - European Freight
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Grays, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Commercial & Procurement Manager - European Freight (Beverage Logistics)
Location: Thurrock, UK (Hybrid: 2 days home / 3 days office)
Salary: Up to £80,000 + car allowance + package
We are seeking a Commercial & Procurement Manager to take ownership of all commercial and procurement activities across our European transport operations, with a focus on intermodal, short sea, and road freight. This role is exclusively focused on beverage logistics, including wines, beer, and spirits. This is a strategic position for a commercially-minded professional who can drive cost-efficiencies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance and transparency in all processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end procurement processes for EU transport and freight within the beverage sector, including tendering, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.
Develop and implement procurement and commercial strategies aligned with business objectives.
Manage supplier relationships across European routes, monitor performance, and ensure capacity and service availability.
Conduct market analysis, pricing strategies, and cost-saving initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Operations) to support commercial decision-making.
Lead and develop the team, reporting performance, risks, and opportunities to senior management.
Oversee procurement for intermodal, short sea, and road freight operations, ensuring efficiency and profitability.Requirements:
Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field; CIPS or equivalent preferred.
5+ years' experience in procurement/commercial management, ideally in European freight and intermodal/short sea operations.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing high-value contracts.
Knowledge of procurement best practices, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
Strategic thinker with excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Desirable:
Experience specifically in beverage logistics (wine, beer, spirits) across Europe.
Understanding of sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.Travel:
Extensive travel across Europe (60%) and the UK (40%).If you're ready to lead procurement and commercial strategy in a dynamic beverage logistics environment, with hybrid working flexibility and a competitive package, apply today.
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