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Procurement Specialist

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (County)

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

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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