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Head of Procurement

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Eden Search and Select

2021-12-03 08:50:28

Job location London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Primary Industry

Job description

The Company

As part of their continued investment strategy our client, Muntons plc, now requires a Head of Procurement to lead & manage the strategic procurement requirements for their extensive International and UK malting business. Recognised for service and quality Muntons have a long heritage in the agribusiness and food sectors. Through their strong distribution network, they are providing innovative products to all of their chosen business sectors as well as having a significant reputation for adding value to their customers businesses.

The Role

Reporting to the Group Managing Director the position will actively participate and contribute to the general management of the Company and help shape the future direction and accomplish key objectives in line with the strategy set by the board.

The successful candidate will lead, engage and manage a team responsible for the sustainable cost-effective sourcing and procuring of malting barley, wheat and other cereals or commodities as well as all other raw materials, packaging, energy and services as appropriate for the needs of the business. They will ensure that all purchases are competitively sourced and in line with sales and production plans as well as forecasts and budgets. They will also ensure there is a plan for the processing and sale of co - products. A key area of this important role is to develop sustainable trading relationships with both customers, suppliers and growers. Once established, there are no barriers limiting the progression of this appointment to an even more senior level in the organisation.

The Candidate

To be successful you will need significant strategic procurement and leadership experience along with grain or perishable commodities trading or purchasing knowledge. Experience of grain or agricultural products, ideally in a multi-site manufacturing environment would be a distinct advantage. Experience in professional procurement or trading in other primary food-based commodities could also be considered. Above all else candidates must share our client's passion for developing long term relationships, internal and external customer service to maximise returns in this dynamic and changing marketplace.

If you are currently working within the Agri -sector or related business and want the freedom to progress in a truly entrepreneurial business, please get in touch with Anette Fink at Eden Search & Select for a confidential discussion on or email

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