Global Sourcing Manager - Fresh Produce
4 days site/suppliers with 1 day working from home, South East England
c£55,000 - £75,000 plus bonus

About Our Client:
A renowned fresh produce company known for its innovative and sustainable approach to delivering top-quality fruit.

The Role:
In this newly created role, you will lead and evolve the procurement strategy. You will be a procurement change leader, driving high-level functional transformation for the category. Implementing best practice procurement processes tailored for business needs-working closely with the commercial and agronomy teams.

- Category Management: Drive strategic category management across the globe, maximising supplier value and cross-functional opportunities.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and deploy SRM frameworks to enhance supplier performance, innovation, and sustainability.
- Risk & Sustainability: Support ESG strategy, managing supplier risk and transparency.
- Business Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor, partnering with stakeholders to expand the proposition and drive procurement transformation.

Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in procurement and sourcing positions within the produce industry (essential)
- A strong track record in developing and executing procurement strategies (essential)
- Flexibility to travel extensively in order to visit suppliers worldwide (essential)

How to Apply:
If this role interests you, please click 'apply now' to send your updated CV or contact me on LinkedIn.

I look forward to reviewing your application