Job Description
This job is now CLOSED – for similar roles please check the Procurement & Purchasing function.This is a great opportunity for a talented food Buyer to join a rapidly growing branded food business.This branded food business is at the forefront of food innovation with a global supply base and has grown rapidly in the last couple of years.Due to continued growth and ambitious plans, they are now looking for a Buyer to join their newly created procurement function. They are looking for a bright, ambitious Buyer with previous experience of working within the food manufacturing or foodservices sector.Reporting into the Procurement Director you will manage a European and UK based supply base. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of suppliers and projects within your category, ensuring that the expected quality of products are sourced at the right price within the right timescales. As such, the role will require long term planning and commitments to raw materials so experience of working within an international food buying function would be very beneficial.The business is hugely innovative in terms of food products, so you will work closely with the NPD and supply chain teams, supporting new launches and working collaboratively with internal stakeholders. The supply based is hugely varied – from small niche businesses to large well known international suppliers. The complexity of the supply base calls for someone with fantastic supplier relationship skills, someone who can really take ownership and drive forward their category. You will need to be super enthusiastic, have fantastic communication and negotiations skills, and be looking for an opportunity to really progress your career.The role required international travel and gives you the flexibility to work from home a couple of days a week.To apply please send your details through to me, Hannah, today.REF. HLJ