Ingredient Buyer

Are you passionate about sourcing the finest ingredients that help create top-quality food products? Do you have a sharp eye for supplier performance, cost control, and legislation around buying and importing food ingredients?A leading food manufacturer with a reputation for excellence and innovation is looking for a Field to Fork Buyer to join their procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the journey from sourcing ingredients across the globe to delivering delicious, finished products to their customers.Main Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate price and supplier information in business systems, ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed of changes. • Monitor supplier performance in key areas such as pricing, service levels, and product quality. • Work with planning and stock control to ensure continuity of supply. • Keep an eye on global market trends and negotiate competitive prices, providing cost forecasts for both current and developing products. • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through price improvement plans. • Understand and communicate raw material usage, availability, shelf life, and minimum order quantities to support commercial feasibility. • Support the New Product Development (NPD) team by sourcing new ingredients and raw materials. • Manage supplier tenders and contract negotiations to secure the best terms and long-term value.Why Join? • Be part of a dynamic and supportive procurement team • Work with a respected food manufacturer committed to sustainability and ingredient traceability • Opportunity to influence the sourcing strategy of well-loved products seen in households nationwide • Develop your career in a business that believes in investment, innovation, and peopleIf this sounds like the role for you then please apply today!