Procurement Manager

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Direct Procurement Manager - Sports & Outdoor Goods Retail | E-commerce London OR Venray, Netherlands Permanent | £70,000 - £100,000 per annum + bens

Are you a commercially focused Direct Procurement Manager with proven experience in the sports and outdoor goods retail space?

Do you know what it takes to onboard top-tier suppliers in a way that mirrors the scale and ambition of Amazon or eBay? If so, this is your opportunity to join a fast-growing international retail and e-commerce business with big plans and a global reach.

This business is scaling up its imported goods offering — and they're looking for someone who knows the sports and outdoor goods category inside out. You'll play a key role in driving product visibility, negotiating supplier terms, and making critical decisions that shape the commercial future of a dynamic retail operation.

As a Direct Procurement Manager, you'll be responsible for:

Expanding the sports and outdoor product range by onboarding global suppliers and major retailers
Owning GMV, profit and net profit performance in your category
Securing cost support and marketing investment from suppliers to boost product visibility and conversions
Sourcing, onboarding, and managing global suppliers with a view to long-term growth
Delivering category success through strategic procurement and data-led decision-making
Collaborating across logistics, marketing and operations to execute trading plans
Replacing underperforming suppliers and developing frameworks for continuous improvement Why this role stands out:

High-impact procurement ownership in a fast-paced, international e-commerce environment
A rare chance to scale a key retail category in partnership with global suppliers
Strategic and commercial autonomy — your results will be seen, measured and rewarded
Excellent growth potential, with access to a global supplier network and internal career development
The opportunity to shape the success of a major category with clear market opportunity

To succeed in this Direct Procurement Manager role, you must have:

5+ years of experience in retail, FMCG, or cross-border e-commerce
A proven track record in the sports and outdoor goods market
Experience onboarding suppliers at scale — ideally working with or against large platforms like Amazon or eBay
Strong commercial negotiation skills and the ability to secure supplier marketing and cost support
Confidence using performance data (GMV, profit, net profit) to shape procurement decisions
Ability to work across time zones and collaborate globally
If you're a Direct Procurement Manager who understands the sports and outdoor goods market and wants to build something with real scale and impact

Apply now - interviews are underway and this opportunity won't stay open for long
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Location:
Aldgate
Salary:
£70,000 - £100,000 /annum + benefits
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Retail/Purchasing

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