PZ Cussons
Procurement Manager - Raw Materials
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Role: Procurement Manager – Raw Materials
Location: Manchester
Contract: Permanent
WHY US AND WHY THIS ROLE
Seize the opportunity to be part of a unique business with an exciting vision for the future - where we dare to be bold, discover what’s possible, and do incredible. Dare. Discover. Do.
At PZ Cussons, we offer five big reasons that people join and stay: Futureproof Our Brands, Create Your Own Impact, Accelerate Your Craft, Flexibility to Perform, And Collaborate with Intent.
As our Procurement Manager – Raw Materials, you’ll help shape the future of some of our most loved brands by securing the ingredients and materials that keep our products moving. You’ll lead sourcing strategies across strategically important raw material categories, balancing cost, quality, supply security and innovation to create long-term value for the business. Working across supply chain, R&D, planning, marketing and global procurement teams, you’ll influence decisions that support growth, profitability and speed-to-market. This is a high-impact role where your commercial insight, supplier partnerships and market expertise will directly contribute to business performance and resilience.
This is a role with real influence. You’ll combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, helping us navigate complex supply markets while unlocking opportunities for innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Owning sourcing strategies for key raw material categories, building supplier partnerships that deliver value, resilience and long-term growth.
- Leading commercial negotiations, tenders and sourcing projects that strengthen competitiveness and support sustainable margin improvement.
- Partnering with teams across Product Marketing, Supply Chain, Planning, R&D and Quality to help bring new products to market on time and on budget.
- Identifying and delivering cost-saving, value engineering and continuous improvement opportunities that make a measurable difference to business performance.
- Developing a strong and diverse supplier network that supports innovation, supply continuity and future business growth.
- Keeping ahead of commodity markets, regulatory developments and global supply risks, turning insight into practical actions that protect the business.
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What You’ll Bring
- Significant procurement or strategic sourcing experience within FMCG, manufacturing, chemicals, ingredients or raw material categories.
- A proven track record of leading sourcing projects and delivering measurable commercial results through effective supplier management and negotiation.
- Strong category management and strategic sourcing expertise, with the ability to make data-led commercial decisions.
- Experience working with commodity-driven or globally sourced categories, alongside a good understanding of market trends and supply risk.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to build relationships and challenge constructively.
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience. MCIPS qualification (or working towards it) is desirable, while a chemistry background would be an advantage.
- Experience of SAP or a similar ERP platform is also beneficial.
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What You’ll Get In Return
MyBenefits brings together your total rewards in one place, giving you the flexibility to choose what matters most. Key benefits we offer include:
- Competitive annual bonus, pension, life assurance and Share Incentive Plan
- Private medical cover plus health & wellbeing support
- Flexible holiday options, including buy and accrual
- 1pm Friday finish for better work-life balance
- Hybrid/electric car scheme, cycle to work & free mortgage advice
- Discounted and complimentary PZ products
- Onsite gym (where available)
OUR PURPOSE, CULTURE AND VALUES
At PZ Cussons, our purpose is For Everyone, For Life, For Good. Guided by our BEST values, Bold, Energetic, Striving and Together, we nurture a culture where people feel empowered to grow, perform and make a meaningful difference every day.
We retain the pioneering spirit of our founders by building portfolios of locally loved brands across our key markets in the UK, ANZ, Nigeria and Indonesia, backed by the manufacturing scale and capability of a global business.
Spanning Personal, Home and Baby Care, our products are trusted by millions of consumers worldwide, including Carex, Childs Farm, Cussons Baby, Imperial Leather, Morning Fresh, Original Source, Premier, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.
INCLUSION AND FAIRNESS
We’re committed to building diverse teams that reflect our consumers and communities, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to thrive. If you need any adjustments during the process, just let us know.
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