Senior Procurement Manager - FMCG & International Supply

Surrey Permanent £50,000 - £55,000 per year View Job Description
This is a senior, hands-on purchasing role with real autonomy, owning global sourcing and supply decisions for a specialist FMCG product category. The role plays a central part in launching new materials, managing international suppliers, and supporting ambitious commercial growth plans.
  • Lead global sourcing for innovative, sustainable FMCG products
  • Be part of a fast‑growing packaging business supplying major brands and venues

About Our Client

The company is a well-established organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector, known for its expertise in delivering high-quality products. It operates as a medium-sized enterprise with a strong focus on operational efficiency and supply chain excellence.

Job Description

  • Own end-to-end purchasing activity for a defined packaging category
  • Work on new product development (NPD) projects, supporting innovation and custom solutions
  • Manage and develop international supplier relationships across multiple regions
  • Negotiate commercial terms to optimise cost, quality, and continuity of supply
  • Place and manage orders in line with forecasts and customer demand
  • Monitor inventory levels, mitigate risk, and support stock checks and audits
  • Work cross-functionally with operations, sales, finance, and design teams

The Successful Applicant

A successful Purchasing Manager should have:

  • Proven background in FMCG purchasing (food, packaging, or adjacent sectors)
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • A solid understanding of procurement processes and cost analysis techniques.
  • Demonstrated experience managing global supply chains and international suppliers
  • Strong commercial acumen, numeracy, and forecasting capability
  • Confident communicator able to work autonomously in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.
  • Opportunity to work in the thriving industrial and manufacturing sector.
  • Supportive work environment and a focus on professional development.



Take the next step in your career and apply today!

Contact
Marina Spilman
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7002249
Phone number
+442072692132

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Surrey
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Marina Spilman
Consultant phone
+442072692132
Job reference
JN-042026-7002249