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Procurement Manager (Indirect Categories) – Leading Food Concept – London/ Hybrid - £55K + Benefits My client is a leading food business with a huge customer following and brilliant reputation.They are currently looking for a Procurement Manager join their team.
The successful Procurement Manager will be responsible for shaping their procurement strategy, driving value, and ensuring operational resilience across all non-food categories.
This includes areas such as marketing services, facilities management, utilities, technology, professional services, packaging, and operational supplies.
You will partner closely with cross-functional stakeholder to secure best-in-class suppliers, negotiate optimal commercial terms, and deliver measurable cost and process efficiencies.This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Procurement Manger to join a leading business who can offer great exposure and working environment for career development.Responsibilities include:
Lead the procurement strategy for all indirect spend categories, ensuring alignment with business priorities and growth plans.Execute sourcing events, RFPs, and contract negotiations to drive savings, service improvements, and risk reduction.Develop strong supplier partnerships, conduct regular performance reviews, and ensure adherence to SLAs/KPIs.Analyse spend data to identify opportunities for consolidation, standardisation, and improved value creation.Support new restaurant openings with timely sourcing of critical operational and facilities services.Collaborate with internal teams to understand operational needs and deliver fit-for-purpose procurement solutions.Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes, policies, and supplier onboarding.Maintain compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and sustainability objectives.
The Ideal Procurement Manager Candidate:
Proven procurement experience in multi site retail or hospitality, focusing on indirect categories.Strong category management experience in non-food areas such as packaging, hygiene, or equipment.Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.Commercially astute, analytical, and results driven.Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.Passionate about sustainability and supplier partnerships.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
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Duration: .
Salary / Rate: £50k - 60k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-16 09:09:28
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Logistics & Supply Chain Manager - B2B Drinks Platform – London – Up to £50,000 plus package This is a rare chance to join an ambitious B2B drinks-industry startup at the very beginning—giving you the opportunity to fast-track your career, shape your role, and grow as they disrupt the UK drinks trade with an innovative, profit-boosting platform.We are looking for a Logistic and Supply Chain Manager who can take ownership of the end-to-end supply chain process, manage warehouse, distribution and 3PL partnerships.
This role will focus on driving operation excellence across the business along with managing health & safety and service level agreements.
This role will be hybrid with a West London based office.What this business offers:
A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.The chance to work with globally recognized brands in an exciting and dynamic industry.A collaborative and supportive work culture.
Logistic & Supply Chain Manager responsibilities include:
Oversee all aspects of the supply chain process, from procurement and warehousing to distribution and delivery.Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and ensure optimal performance.Monitor and analyse key performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.Develop and execute cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain.Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across all operations.Maintain and enforce service level agreements (SLAs) with internal and external stakeholders.Collaborate with sales, operations, and finance teams to align supply chain strategy with business objectives.Lead, motivate, and develop a small supply chain team.
The Ideal Logistic & Supply Chain Manager candidate:
Proven experience in logistics and supply chain management, ideally within the B2B or FMCG/drinks sector.Strong understanding of 3PL management and performance metrics.Demonstrable experience in cost management and process improvement initiatives.Excellent organisational and leadership skills.Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to warehousing and logistics.Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across functions.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors.
We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: February 2026
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45k - 50k per year + Bonus
Posted: 2025-12-13 09:17:13
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Quality and Technical Manager – Non Alcoholic Drinks Brand – Buckinghamshire – Salary Negotiable Join a leading premium drinks FMCG business known for delivering exceptional products crafted with passion and expertise.
Their commitment to quality and innovation drives everything we do, from fermentation to packaging and beyond.
This rapidly growing, innovative beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced Head of Technical / Quality & Technical Manager to bridge the gap between R&D, NPD, production, commercial teams, and customers.
This role requires deep technical problem-solving expertise combined with excellent interpersonal skills to translate information cross-functionally.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable switching between strategic leadership and hands-on, detailed work within a small but ambitious team. The organization operates at the cutting edge of alcohol-free fermentation technology, offering a rare opportunity to lead technical operations in a highly innovative and evolving sector.
This role carries significant responsibility, ensuring that advancements in R&D and NPD are translated quickly, accurately, and robustly into a commercial production environment.Company Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.Join a passionate and dynamic team in a rapidly growing business.
The Quality and Technical Manager responsibilities:
Oversee end-to-end product quality, including production processes, SOPs, staff training, testing protocols, and continuous improvement.Monitor and analyse production data to ensure consistent, high-quality output.Maintain full ownership of quality compliance from goods-in to finished goods.
Work closely with production to develop systems that support strong data monitoring and operational control.Identify opportunities to enhance quality, efficiency, and performance through improved production processes.
Lead all accreditation processes (e.g., SALSA, BRC, and major retailer audit programmes).Maintain customer product specifications and ensure compliance with evolving standards.Manage relationships with external testing laboratories and ensure internal testing aligns with industry requirements.
Act as the operational link between Production and R&D teams to scope, define, and prioritise R&D projects.Translate scientific insights into practical production methods, ensuring robust implementation.Codify scientific processes to enable scalability across future production sites.
Work alongside engineering leads to specify, design, install, and commission new production equipment.Support troubleshooting and technical issue resolution as required.
The ideal Quality and Technical Manager Candidate:
A strong scientific background, ideally with experience in microbiology (a degree in microbiology or biochemistry advantageous).Technical leadership experience in beverages—preferably within beer, wine, or spirits.Demonstrable experience with SALSA, BRC, or major UK retailer audit processes.Proven ability to work cross-functionally across R&D, NPD, production, and commercial teams.A highly analytical mindset with the ability to interpret production and quality data to understand product behaviour.A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a bias for action and continuous improvement.Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work directly with both sales teams and customers.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors.
We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities.
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Type: Permanent Location: Buckinghamshire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Market related
Posted: 2025-12-13 09:15:52
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If you're energised by growth, challenge, and the chance to make your mark, this new Warehouse Manager opportunity is for you.
You'll take charge of a key operational area, managing a team of 9 and working at the heart of a business that's rapidly expanding its direct service and nationwide dispatch capabilities.
This is your opportunity to shape a high-performing warehouse operation from the ground up.Due to growing customer numbers, our client has an exciting new position for a Warehouse Manager.
As the Warehouse Manager you will be running an operational section of the business and will be a vital part of the management team.
You will contribute to the continued expansion of the company and play a pivotal role increasing their direct service across the NW and courier dispatch for the rest of the UK.Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure orders are picked and packed on time & accuratelyAccurately receive and store goods, ensuring efficient space utilizationProduce reports and statistics on daily operations and stock level/rotationPlan work rotas, assign tasks and review processes to deliver increased business efficiencyHold appraisal meetings to review staff attitude and performanceMaintain health & safety, hygiene and securityAttend and contribute at weekly director/management review and strategy meeting
Essential Key Skills & Experience Required:
Proven experience as a warehouse managerFull UK driving licence, held for at least two yearsExpertise in warehouse management procedures and best practicesLeadership skills and ability to manage staffExcellent organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritiseCompetent levels of computer literacyAn understanding of what it means to offer great customer service
Benefits:
£50 birthday bonusStaff partiesUniform providedFree Tea/CoffeeStaff discountsStaff TrainingFree ParkingStaff room
Job details:
Warehouse ManagerJob Type: Full time, permanent positionHours: Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 2.30pmLocation: Lancashire, FY1 3EJSalary: Initial salary 35,000 per annum
How to ApplyIf you believe you have what our client is looking for please send your CV and include a short introduction explaining why you should be considered for the position. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Blackpool, Lancashire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35k per year
Posted: 2025-12-10 15:14:11
