The Supplier Management Executive role combines supplier relationship management, technical and quality control responsibilities, negotiation, and new product development support within an international food business. Working fully remotely, the position plays a key part in strengthening the company’s seafood supply network, maintaining production standards, and developing value-added products through regular collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing and prospective suppliers
Visit supplier sites to support new product development and inspect production activities
Monitor production quality and processes and inspect orders before loading
Review supplier offers with the manager to secure competitive value and a sustainable supply
Collaborate closely with New Product Development and Technical teams to plan product ranges, launch new products, and resolve supply challenges
Requirements
Relevant university degree
At least 5 years of experience in the seafood sector, with established supplier contacts
Understanding of seafood manufacturing, quality, and production processes
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Results-driven, ambitious, organised, adaptable, and proactive approach
Good English communication skills
Willingness to travel to supplier sites
Existing network of trusted suppliers
Benefits
Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
Opportunity to contribute to a growing and innovative international food business
About the company
A fast-moving and innovative company in the food industry with a strong focus on quality. From its modern offices and New Product Development (NPD) facility in Europe, the company develops and supplies a wide range of frozen, chilled, and ambient products under its wholly owned brands for retail, food-service, and industrial customers across several European markets.
Its core product ranges include value-added seafood, food-to-go, and meat products. The company collaborates with an extensive network of trusted global manufacturing partners, supported by dedicated Purchasing, NPD, and Technical teams based near supplier facilities around the world.
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