Indirect Procurement Manager - FMCG

Indirect Procurement Manager Location: West Sussex (On-site) Salary: £70,000 per year + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Monday – Friday The Opportunity Are you a commercially driven procurement professional ready to make your mark with an industry leader? Our client is a highly established, market-leading Fresh Produce importer and grower, renowned for their unwavering commitment to quality and long-standing global partnerships. As the Indirect Procurement Manager, you will take full ownership of the indirect spend function—driving cost-efficient purchasing strategies, leading compliance, and managing key supplier relationships essential to the business's scaling operations. Key Benefits & Perks ● Competitive Salary: Up to £70,000 (depending on experience) ● Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance & Life Insurance ● Culture: Company events and a vibrant team environment ● Convenience: On-site parking and an excellent subsidized on-site canteen ● Security: Robust company pension scheme The Role (Key Responsibilities) In this pivotal role, you will align procurement strategies with broader business goals, managing everything from high-spend categories to essential compliance frameworks. ● Indirect Procurement Management: Lead the end-to-end procurement process for critical indirect spend categories (including Energy, Facilities, IT, Packaging, Transport, and Capex) to ensure maximum value and supplier performance. ● Category Spend Analysis: Interrogate spend data and supplier markets to identify high-impact cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements. ● Supplier & Contract Management: Build and nurture robust relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and robust SLAs. ● Land & Estate Management: Take ownership of land management tasks, collaborating closely with Planning and Estate advisors to ensure full legal and regulatory compliance. ● Environmental Compliance (ESOS): Partner with third-party consultants to manage and maintain the company’s compliance under the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS). Who You Are (Requirements) To thrive in this fast-paced, seasonal environment, you will bring a blend of commercial acumen, analytical rigor, and strong stakeholder management. ● Industry Experience: Proven experience in an Indirect Procurement role, ideally within FMCG, Agriculture, Food Production, or Manufacturing. ● FMCG Fluent: A strong understanding of the pace, seasonality, and nuances of a fast-moving supply chain business. ● Commercial & Negotiation Expertise: A proven track record of driving cost-saving initiatives and securing excellent terms with suppliers. ● Compliance & Project Mindset: Experience managing compliance frameworks (like ESOS) and driving process improvements across multiple departments. ● Qualifications: MCIPS/CIPS qualification is highly desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible, impactful role where your decisions directly influence the company's bottom line. You will be joining a supportive, growing business that genuinely values its people and invests in their long-term success. Apply today to be considered for this career-defining role