Npd Procurement Manager Job at Life Science Talent (Stockholm)

Senior Manager, Food & Food Partnerships Category

Circle K Ireland is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Manager, fo...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years’ experience in category management, buying, or a similar strategic commercial role
proven experience in food service and deli/fresh food operations
demonstrated success in concept development, innovation, and “first mover” executions
proven leadership and people management skills, with the confidence and ability to effectively influence and align cross-functional teams around a shared food strategy
solid experience in working with third-party branded food offers is essential
expertise in interpreting and applying consumer insights, brand positioning, and product development strategies
strong understanding of retail category management, performance tools, and methods
skilled in procurement, contract negotiation, and managing supplier relationships
knowledge of NPD, food regulations, quality control, supply chain, and HSE standards
excellent communication and presentation skills with experience in pitching strategic growth plans to senior stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Full end-to-end ownership of the Food Category P&L, delivering growth in sales, margin, units, traffic, and market share
lead the development and execution of local food category strategies and tactics aligned with business unit priorities
drive innovation and new product development (NPD) to enhance the customer journey and deliver a compelling Food2Go and Bakery offer
manage a team of two, providing leadership, mentoring, and coaching to drive engagement, performance, and development
implement effective category management practices across the 5Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, Placement, People)
conduct regular range reviews, planogram development, and oversee sourcing and supply chain alignment
collaborate with central and local suppliers, support procurement activities, and manage local contract negotiations including JBP billing
translate consumer insights and market intelligence into actionable plans that strengthen Circle K's position as a first-mover in food innovation
support the adoption and execution of annual EU and BU-level marketing, loyalty and category plans, ensuring stakeholder alignment and timely delivery
partner with cross-functional teams and branded food providers to deliver best-in-class food concepts and customer experiences

What we offer

Being part of an energetic, inclusive, and innovative team
5 days on-site at Circle K Support Office
permanent position

Fulltime

Buying Manager

Are you a commercially driven buyer with a passion for fresh produce? Our client...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven buying experience within fresh produce is essential, ideally gained in a fast-moving retail or food service environment
Pro-active and inquisitive with strong commercial awareness
Excellent negotiation skills along with ability to influence others
Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver projects on time and within budget
Confident communicator
Passionate about great food and the customer experience
Positive, solutions-focused and known for bringing energy to your work

Job Responsibility

Negotiate contracts and costs with suppliers to achieve strong commercial outcomes
Drive cost-saving and value-adding initiatives
Select, manage and develop suppliers to meet business needs while supporting long-term, sustainable partnerships
Work to ensure consistent high-quality produce supply
Build a resilient sourcing strategy that supports supply continuity and mitigates risk
Lead product sourcing and support NPD activity
Collaborate cross-functionally to bring wonderfully fresh produce to customers

Sourcing & NPD Procurement Manager

Step into a high-impact role where you'll shape supplier strategy, influence inn...

Location

Sweden , Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

Life Science Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
5+ years' experience in FMCG or Consumer Health Care, with exposure to production, technology transfers, product development, logistics, purchasing, and contracting
Proven success in negotiations and product transfers
strong contracting skills are essential
Full professional proficiency in English
Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management capabilities
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Detail-oriented with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and stakeholder-management abilities
Proactive mindset and a collaborative working style

Job Responsibility

Drive competitive tenders to secure cost advantages, supplier consolidation, and margin improvements—including negotiation of terms and pricing
Manage direct material suppliers from a commercial perspective
Lead NPD procurement activities from concept to launch, providing input to business cases and recommending product setup and supplier selection
Act as an internal expert in the NPD procurement process
Drive sustainability initiatives within sourcing and product development
Deliver market and supplier capability analysis within assigned categories
Oversee supplier lifecycle management including market analysis, supplier mapping, selection, evaluation, and development
Maintain strong knowledge of the global CMO landscape for relevant categories
Support development of internal sourcing processes, systems, and organisational capabilities
Contribute to company financial targets through continuous improvement, supply base optimisation, and reductions in COGS and TCO

What we offer

Opportunity to create, grow, and encourage
Apart from a competitive salary pack, there are lots of growth opportunities to meet your personal ambitions
Flexible schedule, hybrid model with the primary work place in the office, and life-work balance
Responsibility for exciting and challenging projects that have a direct, visible impact on our customers and the industry
Very positive work environment in a dynamic, international, and motivated team
Start-up spirit while being a part of the large international organization with strong values

Fulltime

National Account Manager

Are you an experienced National Account Manager with a passion for food and a pr...

Location

United Kingdom , Surrey

Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years' experience managing UK retail accounts in the FMCG sector *Essential*
Background in food (ambient preferred)
Own Label experience is a plus
Proven success in winning new business and securing new listings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commercially astute with strong influencing and negotiation ability
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Advanced IT proficiency, especially in Excel

Job Responsibility

Full ownership of a major UK retail account
Identify and pursue new business opportunities and product listings
Manage customer relationships across sales, supply chain, technical and NPD teams
Collaborate with Procurement to align on costings and sourcing opportunities
Monitor and manage customer stock levels in partnership with internal teams
Work alongside Category Insight and Marketing to create best-in-class presentations using IRI and internal data
Manage and report on sales performance, forecasting, and contract balances

What we offer

Discretionary bonus + EOT profit share bonus
Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
Private healthcare and life cover
Hybrid working - work from home every Friday
23 days holiday (rising with service)

Fulltime

National Account Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, food manufacturer that sup...

Location

United Kingdom , Surrey

Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years' experience managing UK retail accounts in the food and / or drink industry
Own Label experience is a plus
Proven success in winning new business and securing new listings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commercially astute with strong influencing and negotiation ability
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Advanced IT proficiency, especially in Excel

Job Responsibility

Full ownership of a major UK retail account
Identify and pursue new business opportunities and product listings
Manage customer relationships across sales, supply chain, technical and NPD teams
Collaborate with Procurement to align on costings and sourcing opportunities
Monitor and manage customer stock levels in partnership with internal teams
Work alongside Category Insight and Marketing to create best-in-class presentations using IRI and internal data
Manage and report on sales performance, forecasting, and contract balances

What we offer

Discretionary bonus + EOT profit share bonus
Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
Private healthcare and life cover
Free Breakfast
Hybrid working - work from home every Friday
23 days holiday (rising with service)

Fulltime

National Account Executive

A fast-growing, award-winning food manufacturer is looking to add a National Acc...

Location

United Kingdom , Surrey

Salary:

35000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2:1 degree (or above) in a relevant business subject
At least 3 years' experience in account management, ideally within food or FMCG
Previous exposure to UK retail customers and own label preferred but not essential
Strong communicator with excellent influencing and negotiation skills
Organised, commercially driven, and confident working cross-functionally
Strong IT skills, especially Excel and data tools

Job Responsibility

Day-to-day management of both retail and non-retail customer accounts
Identify and secure new business opportunities and product listings
Build strong working relationships across customer buying, supply, and NPD teams
Collaborate with internal procurement to maximise sourcing opportunities
Proactively manage stock levels and supply issues with internal teams
Deliver insight-led presentations
Track sales performance and manage contract balances

What we offer

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus + EOT profit share bonus
Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
Private healthcare and life cover
Hybrid working - work from home on Fridays
23 days holiday (increasing with service)

Fulltime

National Account Executive

A fast-growing, award-winning food manufacturer is looking to add a National Acc...

Location

United Kingdom , Surrey

Salary:

35000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Zest Food Jobs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2:1 degree (or above) in a relevant business subject
Experience in account management, from within food or FMCG
Previous exposure to UK retail customers and own label preferred but not essential
Strong communicator with excellent influencing and negotiation skills
Organised, commercially driven, and confident working cross-functionally
Strong IT skills, especially Excel and data tools
Living in the Surrey area
Full driving license

Job Responsibility

Day-to-day management of both retail and non-retail customer accounts
Identify and secure new business opportunities and product listings
Build strong working relationships across customer buying, supply, and NPD teams
Collaborate with internal procurement to maximise sourcing opportunities
Proactively manage stock levels and supply issues with internal teams
Deliver insight-led presentations
Track sales performance and manage contract balances

What we offer

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus + EOT profit share bonus
Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
Private healthcare and life cover
Hybrid working - work from home on Fridays
23 days holiday (increasing with service)

Fulltime

New

Buyer - Healthcare

A wonderful opportunity for an experienced Sourcing professional operating at Bu...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Boots

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relevant Sourcing experience developing new goods for retail products and maintaining KPI’s on an established portfolio of products
Experience within a retail buying, fast paced environment
A strong cross functional player with excellent stakeholder management skills
Experience managing negotiations for spend categories >$5m million dollars ideally on a global level
Experience implementing category sourcing strategies with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results
Knowledge of the strategic sourcing/procurement lifecycle and procurement best practices
Strong commercial acumen and negotiator
Experience working with Profit & Loss (P&L) concepts, such as revenue, COGS, gross profit margin, operating expenses and cash flow with a view to identifying and delivering profit enhancement opportunities

Job Responsibility

Developing our own label healthcare portfolio
Accountable for driving margin for the retailer
Support the management of on-going and new vendor relationships and supplier performance
Ensure regular supplier meetings takes place to set up new relationships for ongoing success and to ensure streams of work remain on track
Supports business recommendations through performing the initial research, analysis and providing clear input in the selection of suppliers in collaboration with a cross-functional team
Support the development and optimisation of a supply base which enables differentiated New Product Development (NPD)
Have category projects to manage, working alongside your fellow Buyers in a similar role

What we offer

Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme

Fulltime

Npd Procurement Manager

Life Science Talent

Location:
Sweden , Stockholm

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

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