At a Glance
- Tasks: Negotiate contracts and manage a £35 million spend on raw materials and packaging.
- Company: Join a growing food manufacturer focused on chilled and ambient products.
- Benefits: Enjoy full autonomy in your role with opportunities for cost savings.
- Other info: This role is fully onsite with no hybrid working options.
- Why this job: This position offers the chance to lead supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Proven buying experience in the food industry, ideally with chilled products.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing food manufacturer as a Senior Buyer reporting to the SCD. This role is looking after a spend of circa £35 million across raw materials and packaging. The role would suit someone who is ambitious and loves what they do. You will have full autonomy for the buying of the chilled and ambient division.
Key Responsibilities:
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and value improvements.
- Source raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and indirect products in line with production requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs, including quality, delivery, service, and cost.
- Lead supplier review meetings and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through effective supplier management and contingency planning.
- Deliver annual cost savings and value projects.
Skills & Experience:
- Proven buying experience within the food industry, ideally with some experience in Chilled.
- Experience working for a food company that supplies into retailers.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
This role is fully onsite (No hybrid working offered).
Senior Buyer in Leeds employer: 1st Executive
This food manufacturer is dedicated to quality and innovation in the chilled and ambient sectors. Located in a vibrant area, they offer a competitive salary and the opportunity to work with key suppliers. The team values ambition and a passion for the food industry.
