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About the role
Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we’ve continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we’re the best foodservice provider in the country.
Where has your journey taken you so far?
Are you a foodie?
Are you entrepreneurial and look at things differently?
Are you confident presenting and negotiating?Then why not make our journey your journey?
As Customer Procurement Manager, you will be supplier and customer facing, responsible for managing key strategic National Account Customers as well as supporting the business in winning tenders.
Your role will be to negotiate supplier rebates on behalf of the customer, examine range rationalisation opportunities, and undertake cost saving initiatives on behalf of the customer. You will also be required to present product innovation opportunities to the customer and organise innovation forums for the customer where required.
The role of a Customer Procurement Manager is extremely varied and requires a number of different skills to succeed. You will need to be a strong negotiator that has sound commercial acumen, with the ability to present to customers and manage successful customer relationships, as well as work cross functionally with the Category Management team, Contract and Tenders team, National Accounts team, Marketing team and Finance Team.
We are looking to recruit a high calibre individual who is entrepreneurial, with the energy and drive to maximise the growth opportunities of our customers.
You must be able to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and above all be able to multi task in a timely and efficient manner.  Purchasing or sales experience is required, preferably within the Foodservice/ Wholesale sector.
The ability to drive and travel is an essential part of the role.

About the Company
Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we’ve continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we’re the best foodservice provider in the country.
 
A journey that gives back
We want your career with us to be as rewarding as possible. So, you’ll get lots in return for your hard work. That includes benefits that can support your wellbeing and financial security, and give you peace of mind.
 
The essentials

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a minimum and the opportunity to buy more
A pension - contribute 4% and we’ll match you (after year 1, we’ll match your contributions up to 6%).
Life cover that you can increase.
Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it.
Private medical insurance for you and your partner with the opportunity to upgrade to cover your children too.The extras

Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink.
Get paid as you earn - access to up to 20% of your pay before payday.
Opportunity to buy dental cover and critical illness cover.
A voluntary health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.We want everyone to join our journey
We’re on a journey towards creating the best possible workplace. We’ve got some way to go, but we’re building a diverse and caring workforce. One that’s filled with forward-thinking people who each bring unique talents and skills. So whatever your life experience, we want you to join us - and you really can come as you are