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Procurement Manager FTC
Procurement Manager (FTC) – E-Commerce Business
- Role: Procurement Manager (8-month Fixed-Term Contract)
- Salary: £40,000–£50,000
- Location: 1 day in London (remaining work remote)
About the Role
We’re partnering with one of the UK’s fastest-growing e-commerce businesses for this brand-new Procurement Manager (FTC) role. Based primarily remotely with 1 day in the office per week, you’ll lead procurement strategy, sourcing new products and suppliers, and driving cost savings—while ensuring operational excellence across the supply chain.
This is a thrilling opportunity to support the company’s rapid expansion across the UK and Europe. As a key player, you’ll help grow their product portfolio, from finished goods to packaging, while delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
Supplier & Product Sourcing
- Identify and source new products and suppliers to support category growth.
- Act as a strategic advisor, recommending commercial opportunities aligned with business objectives.
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Commercial & Contract Management
- Negotiate contracts to deliver measurable cost savings, while maintaining product quality and supplier performance.
- Oversee supplier and SKU onboarding, ensuring new offerings are both commercially viable and operationally ready by launch.
Supplier Relationship Management
- Build and nurture long-term supplier relationships, fostering continuous improvement.
- Act as the commercial liaison between suppliers and cross-functional teams (e.g., Range, Product, Logistics).
Internal Collaboration
- Partner with Product & Range teams to provide:
- Market insights
- Supplier benchmarks
- Data-driven commercial recommendations
- Ensure clear communication with stakeholders to avoid surplus inventory or inefficiencies (“no surprises” approach).
About You
We’re looking for a ** results-driven procurement professional ** with:
- 2+ years’ experience in Procurement, Buying, or Sourcing (preferably in FMCG, Retail, E-commerce, or a fast-paced industry).
- Sharp negotiator with a track record of securing favourable terms.
- Proven ability to build and manage supplier relationships—internally and externally.
- Thrives in a high-growth, ever-changing business environment.
- Problem solver with an eye for detail—big on action, small on mistakes.
- Highly organised, skilled in project management, and prioritising key activities.
- Collaborative team player who enjoys cross-functional work.
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Why Apply?
- Join a UK’s most dynamic e-commerce business, driving rapid growth.
- Play a direct role in shaping and expanding the product range.
- Work in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial culture where your work makes an immediate impact.
- Contribute to ambitions plans for UK & European expansion.
(Note: Original formatting remnants like liaison notes and salutation clauses have been removed for clarity.)
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