Junior Procurement Manager in Slough, South East

Slough

permanent, full-time

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Slough, South East

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About Purchasing

Purchasing, also known as procurement, is critical to how organisations manage supply chains, costs, and supplier relationships. Careers include buyers, procurement officers, supply chain analysts, and category managers. Employers span industries from retail and manufacturing to healthcare and government. Key skills include negotiation, analytical thinking, and market awareness. With global supply chains under pressure, purchasing professionals are in demand for their ability to secure value and maintain resilience. The sector offers progression, professional qualifications, and varied career paths.

Junior Procurement Manager (Non-Food Categories) – 12 Month FTC – Leading Foodservice Business - £40K + Benefits

My client is a leading foodservice business with a fantastic reputation operating across various sectors.

They are currently looking for a Junior Procurement Manager join their team. The successful Junior Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing and delivering category strategies for their non-food disposable and consumable categories, ensuring non-food procurement activities support business objectives, achieve best value, and align with sustainability goals. Working cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, marketing, and finance teams, you’ll play a key role in driving cost efficiency, product innovation, and supplier performance.

This 12 Month Fixed Term Contract is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Category Manger or Procurement Manger to join a brilliant business who can offer great exposure and working environment for career development.

Responsibilities include:

Develop and implement strategies for non-food disposable and consumable categories.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best possible terms and service.
Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to drive cost savings and efficiency.
Work closely with internal teams such as Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.
Monitor market trends and industry developments to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
Ensure compliance with sustainability goals and health and safety regulations in procurement.
Prepare and manage budgets for non-food-related purchases.
Continuously assess and improve procurement processes to streamline operations and reduce costs.

The Ideal Junior Procurement Manager Candidate:

Experience in procurement, ideally within food service, hospitality, or FMCG sectors.
Category management experience in non-food areas such as packaging, hygiene, or equipment.
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Commercially astute, analytical, and results driven.
Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Passionate about sustainability and supplier partnerships.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com