Procurement Manager (Directs or Packaging)

About the role

Saputo Dairy UK is strengthening its Procurement function and is seeking two experienced Procurement Managers to lead either the Directs or Packaging categories. These are strategic roles with significant influence over supplier partnerships, innovation, sustainability and supply resilience. The role is based at the Weybridge office, with up to one day per week working from home depending on business need, and requires being onsite at least four days a week, Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business objectives, growth plans and risk management priorities.
• Lead sourcing activities and commercial negotiations across strategic Direct Materials or Packaging categories.
• Identify opportunities to optimise cost, improve supply resilience, drive innovation and enhance sustainability.
• Build strong supplier partnerships that support business continuity and long-term value.
• Analyse market trends, cost drivers and industry dynamics to inform commercial decisions.
• Manage supplier performance, risk and contract compliance across critical spend areas.
• Deliver value through cost reduction, cost avoidance, working capital improvements and process efficiencies.

Required profile

• Experienced Procurement professional with expertise in either Directs or Packaging categories.
• Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, consumer goods or a similarly fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of delivering category plans and sourcing initiatives.
• Confident negotiator able to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience in supplier relationship management, risk mitigation and supply continuity planning.
• Commercially astute, data-driven and passionate about sustainability and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• Private health care and annual bonus scheme paid quarterly.
• Pension with enhanced employer contributions and life assurance up to 4x contractual pay.
• Health cash plan, Thrive wellbeing app and discounted branded products.
• Subsidised staff restaurant and free onsite parking.
• 25 holidays plus 8 bank holidays, and a paid day off each year to volunteer.
• Progression opportunities within the UK and overseas.