COMPANY DESCRIPTION

GO Superfoods Ltd is a leading European superfoods business based on the outskirts of Sheffield. Established in 2008, we import a range of 80+ superfoods direct from growers around the world and sell them under our own brands, in bulk, direct to consumers via Retailers/Amazon and as private label. We are the BRAND behind many UK and European superfood brands.
At Go Superfoods, we’re proud to be part of Solent, a pioneering FMCG group on a mission to inspire, manufacture and deliver products that help people feel better in a sustainable way. Our focus is on sourcing and supplying high-quality superfood ingredients, blends and brands to nourish healthier lifestyles around the world. Backed by Solent’s global scale and entrepreneurial spirit, we thrive on innovation across our Nutrition & Wellness division while staying true to what matters: natural, sustainable, feel-good nutrition. Join a diverse, growing team where your work can drive real impact, supporting better choices, healthier people, and a healthier planet.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Experience in global sourcing, procurement and manufacturing - FMCG sector is desirable
• Proven track record of successful new product development
• Experience in critical path analysis, costings and supply chain optimization
• Understanding of managing an international supply chain, manufacturing processes and quality control
• Experience in buying food product would be an advantage
• Leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage cross functional teams and building strong relationships with stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities to drive the business forward
• Negotiation and contract management skills
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market trends and to make data driven decisions
• Customer centric mindset with the ability to balance customer requirements with operational efficiency
• Proficiency in project management and procurement, purchasing, sourcing and supply chain management tools
• Regular travel will be needed to meet with suppliers, customers and other group businesses

• Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies to ensure a diverse and cost-effective supplier base
• Collaborate with manufacturers and the internal technical team to ensure fulfilment of contracts, adherence to quality standards and compliance with a clear focus on cost targets and production timelines
• Manage the business relationship with suppliers, hold regular supplier reviews and embed the continuous improvement philosophy to drive improvements in performance and cost
• Support the UK product teams with new products into the market by overseeing the product development process, from concept to production
• Conduct critical path analysis to optimise the supply chain and minimize lead times
• Implement and maintain effective communication channels with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and collaboration across the group
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reducing costs
• Gather accurate information such as pricing, product information, current availability, technical data, relevant accreditation details
• Understand market trends, competitor activities and global economic factors to make informed business recommendations
• Play a pivotal role in resolving issues and ensuring customer satisfaction
• Work alongside the Business Leadership team to ensure we have on-time deliveries and accurate order processing timelines with the execution of orders
• Undertake any other procurement related task as reasonably requested by the Head of Procurement