Sourcing & 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

Npd Procurement Manager

Karo Healthcare, a dynamic and growing personal-care retail company, is all abou...

Location

Sweden , Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

Life Science Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or similar field
5+ years of experience in FMCG, Consumer Healthcare, or a related fast-paced industry
Proven track record in procurement, supplier management, and negotiation, ideally with exposure to production, tech transfers, and product development
Strong contracting and commercial acumen, with experience managing complex supplier relationships
Excellent analytical, communication, and project leadership skills
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
A proactive, results-driven team player with high standards and the ability to thrive under pressure

Job Responsibility

Lead the procurement process for New Product Development (NPD), driving supplier engagement and selection for multiple product categories
Provide strategic input into business cases and ensure supplier recommendations align with commercial, quality, and operational goals
Conduct market and supplier capability analyses within cosmetics, medical devices, and food supplements
Manage supplier life cycles—from selection and evaluation to performance development and optimization
Stay ahead of trends by monitoring the global CMO landscape across Karo's key product categories
Support continuous improvement initiatives that reduce cost of goods and total cost of ownership (TCO) while strengthening supplier partnerships
Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure suppliers meet Karo's high standards in quality, compliance, and delivery
Contribute to the development of Sourcing & Supplier Management processes and systems, helping shape the function's evolution

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 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

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 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 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

Global Trade Manager

Drive, optimise and maintain global trade processes, embedding best-practice gov...

Location

New Zealand , Hamilton

Salary:

Not provided

Gallagher Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years’ experience in international trade compliance or supply chain
Leadership experience in compliance, master data, or related functions
Strong working knowledge of customs regulations, tariff classification, and SAP master data
A track record of delivering cross-functional change and process improvement
Analytical strength and attention to detail
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Confidence navigating ambiguity, evolving regulations, and multi-regional demands

Job Responsibility

Establishing central governance for customs data, trade agreements, and global trade processes
Maintaining and optimising tariff and commodity code accuracy as the single source of truth in SAP
Embedding tariff classification and data requirements into R&D, NPD, procurement, and sourcing workflows
Partnering with Legal & Risk to uphold global customs regulations and manage escalations
Leading historic liability reviews and building audit-ready, fit-for-purpose controls
Driving continuous improvement across systems and processes, including automation and broker integrations
Managing key external relationships with regulatory authorities, brokers, and advisors
Building internal capability through training, guidance, and cross-regional support
Setting expectations, coaching your direct report, and supporting ongoing capability uplift
Coordinating incident response and remediation to ensure quick, transparent resolution

What we offer

Flexible hours with hybrid or remote options
Free on-site parking
Subsidised café
KiwiSaver contributions on top of salary
Annual bonuses
Fun, collaborative environment with team-building events
Inspiring guest speakers
Regular team lunches

Fulltime

Sourcing & NPD Procurement Manager

Life Science Talent

Location:
Sweden , Stockholm

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
December 28, 2025

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