Weybridge, Surrey
Saputo Dairy UK formally Dairy Crest Limited

SDUK’s brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to become part of our can-do and passionate UK Procurement team to lead on direct materials, such as packaging and ingredients. The role is based at our Head Office in Weybridge and we offer a flexible and autonomous environment where you are able to work up to two days a week from home (three days in the office).

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY

• Being responsible for various packaging and ingredients categories across the Saputo Dairy UK division within the Directs Procurement team.
• Developing and managing the categories and being a key driver in challenging how we do things, as well as project execution.
• Working closely with all functions including R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing and site teams to identify and secure long term value generation, alongside our suppliers, whilst protecting SDUK from risk exposure and establishing a sustainable supply chain.
• Developing strategies to identify significant bottom-line cost savings, and introduce company-wide best practices to maximise value. You will also ensure that the supply base accurately reflects the business needs and priorities.
• Supporting the Senior Manager, Procurement in developing strategic plans and budgets, in establishing strong stakeholder alignment, and in designing and implementing a risk management strategy.

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE

• Able to demonstrate previous experience in Procurement or as a Category Buyer/Manager, ideally with experience of procuring in plastics categories and extracting innovation from the supply chain.
• Able to demonstrate a proven track record for delivering sustainable and consistent value improvement projects.
• Able to demonstrate a track record of successfully building relationships with and engaging key stakeholders in category strategy development and implementation.

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH

• Individual Private Health Care
• Bonus scheme up to 10% paid quarterly
• Flexible working – the ability to work from home up to 2 days a week
• Autonomous and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions with Scottish Widows
• Health cash plan – claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day – a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• Long service recognised every 5 years
• Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
• Discounted branded products
• Free, onsite parking
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
• My Staff Shop – access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings – providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

For additional information on our benefits please go to en/careers/employee-benefits

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Closing date: 19th January 2024. Applications received after this date may not be able to be considered.

Agencies – Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

Priority will be given to those currently at risk of redundancy or within a consultation process who exhibit the required skills for role. Please ensure your manager is informed before applying for this position.