Procurement Executive - Mandarin Speaking

Procurement Executive - Mandarin Speaking

Location: Erith, DA18

Job type: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday Office & Factory based

Salary: Competitive Salary dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Procurement professional with a background in food manufacturing and fluent Mandarin language skills? We are recruiting on behalf of a growing food production business seeking proactive and detail-orientated Procurement Executive to joint heir team.

The successful candidate will work closely with Production, Warehouse, Quality and Supply Chain teams to manage purchasing activities and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Key responsibilities:

Source and purchase raw materials, ingredients, packaging and production consumables in lien with manufacturing requirements
Manage purchase orders and supplier communications to ensure timely deliveries
Monitor inventory levels and support effective stock control to minimize shortage and waste
Work closely with production planning teams to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers across the UK and overseas markets
Liaise with Mandarin-speaking suppliers and stakeholders to support efficient communication and supply chain continuity
Compare supplier piricing and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
Support new product development projects by sourcing new materials and packaging solutions
About you:

Fluent Mandarin and English language (written and spoken)
Previous procurement, purchasing, supply chain or materials planning experience
Proven experience within food manufacturing, food production, or FMCG environment
Strong organsiational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication skills and relationship building skills
Experience using SAP or other ERP systems is desirable
Understanding of production planning and inventory management is desirable
Benefits:

Competitive salary
Long term career progression opportunities
Exposure to international suppliers and supply chains
Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious food manufacturing business
Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop procurement and supply chain expertise
Closing date is 25/07/25

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