The Procurement Manager will play a key role in aligning and centralising procurement activities across our UK & European acquisitions. This role will involve a strong emphasis on managing supplier contract negotiations, overseeing operational procurement, and ensuring effective contract management. Equally important, the role will leverage data analytics to identify trends and uncover opportunities within the supply chain, optimising procurement strategies. The Procurement Manager will also support the Vice President of Strategic Procurement in achieving revenue generation targets and will contribute to our ongoing manufacturing programs by adding manufacturers to Buyers Edge Platform (BEP).
This role is ideally based onsite at our Wadswick, UK office, though we are open to remote candidates within the UK. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
Who we are:
Buyers Edge Platform stands at the forefront of revolutionizing the food service industry through technology, purchasing power and partnerships. We are dedicated to empowering stakeholders across the entire food service ecosystem (operators, distributors, manufacturers) with efficiency and unprecedented visibility. With a diverse portfolio of over a dozen brands, our mission is clear: to reduce costs, streamline the foodservice supply chain, and propel the industry from manual to automated.
Today, we are one of the largest players in food service, with over 200K operator locations across North America and Europe and over $50 billion of aggregated spend volume. Our commitment to food service excellence is proven in four distinct areas of value: Digital Procurement Network, Fresh Solutions, Supply Chain Management, and Software. Buyers Edge Platform is not just a provider – we are a strategic partner on the journey towards a more efficient, connected, and automated future for the foodservice industry
Your impact:
- Supplier Contract Negotiations: Assist in managing and supporting distributor contract negotiations, ensuring alignment with acquisition-level procurement strategies.
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Operational Procurement Management: Oversee procurement activities related to supplier management and acquisition-level support, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
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Manufacturing Program Support: Identify opportunities to expand BEP direct deals with manufacturers and facilitate the movement of case volumes to these manufacturers.
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Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilise Excel and other data analysis tools to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in procurement activities. Provide actionable insights to support decision-making and optimise procurement strategies.
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Support Revenue Generation Targets: Work closely with the Vice President of Strategic Procurement to meet and exceed revenue generation targets by optimising procurement activities.
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Collaboration: Work closely with the Vice President of Strategic Procurement - Europe and other team members to ensure procurement activities are aligned with the overall strategic goals of the organisation
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Supplier/Distributor Relationships: Foster and maintain strong relationships with regional suppliers and distributors, ensuring compliance with contract terms and exploring opportunities for further collaboration
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GPO Partnership Management: Support the management of any source GPO partnerships in Europe, ensuring alignment with overall strategic goals.
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International Manufacturer Programs: Assist in leading international manufacturer programs leveraged in Europe, including sourcing and implementing localis ed programs to accelerate growth.
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Localised Distributor Programs: Manage the sourcing and implementation of localised distributor programs specific to Europe, aimed at accelerating growth.
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Synergy Harvesting: Support efforts to harvest synergies from acquisitions and country partnerships.
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Incremental Sales Growth: Deliver the execution of Manufacturer sales, growth, and promotional initiatives to deliver incremental sales growth.
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Manufacturer Strategy Sessions: Coordinate and support Manufacturer Strategy Sessions to drive strategic objectives.
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Communication and Tracking: Effectively communicate, manage, and track conversion opportunity activity results by consistently updating all sales reporting tools according to required timelines.
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Business Reviews: Ensure regular Manufacturer and distributor Business Reviews are held to maintain strong relationships and drive continuous improvement.
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US Supply Chain Support: Engage with the supply chain team in the US to support European growth initiatives.
About you:
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Extensive industry and procurement experience
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MCIPS (Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply)
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5+ years in foodservice buying/ procurement
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Knowledge of Group Purchasing Organisations (GPOs) is a plus
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Stellar communication skills – both written and verbal
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Strong negotiation and contract management skills
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Ability to think outside the box and challenge ideas
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Strong problem-solving skills
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High level of prioritisation with ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
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Strong analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills
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Ability to understand and interpret data
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Having international experience is desirable
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We welcome all.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.