Junior Commercial and Procurement Officer

Ecotone has an exciting opportunity for a graduate-level Junior Buyer (finished goods) who is looking to join a vibrant, fast-paced company whose passion is to promote a healthy planet and healthy food. In this role you will be responsible for supporting the Project Buyer and Central Sourcing team working closely with Marketing, R&D and working in cross-country and cross-functional teams to manage several fast-growing categories and contribute to our overall growth and profitability. We\’re looking for someone who is keen to gain experience and forge a career in a purchasing team in (food) fmcg. be highly organised (possibly with some experience of managing projects) together with advanced Excel capability. Reporting to the Project Buyer – Central Sourcing, your responsibilities will include… Supporting the Project Buyer in all elements of their role Monitoring supplier performance; Supporting the Project Buyer in negotiating prices and productivity plans; Supporting the Project Buyer in negotiating exclusivity agreements, tenders and contracts, where applicable Initiating and contributing to innovation and/or renovation projects including value engineering Maintaining pricing sheets, GPC’s, supplier database masterdata Our ideal candidate will be keen to join a fast-moving Buying team at an entry level, and we will provide you with a personal development plan and career growth. To be successful you will have an open mindset, be curious, be able to work at pace in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, be business-oriented, enjoy challenges and relish achieving great results. Some business travel may be required.