At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead packaging procurement and ingredient sourcing to drive innovation and sustainability.
- Company: Indigo Food Group, a dynamic player in the food industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Become a packaging expert while shaping the future of sustainable food sourcing.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
At Indigo Food Group , we're looking for a proactive and dynamic Category Buyer to lead our packaging procurement activities while supporting ingredient sourcing across the Group.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real impact, develop into a recognised packaging expert, and help drive innovation, sustainability, and commercial success.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and develop the packaging category, becoming the go-to expert within the business while contributing to the Group's long-term growth strategy.
Key Responsibilities Develop and implement Group-wide procurement strategies for packaging and selected ingredient categories.
Lead supplier sourcing, benchmarking, tendering, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure competitive commercial terms, high service levels, quality standards, and innovation opportunities.
Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including price file maintenance, budget reporting, standard cost reviews, and new SKU pricing.
Deliver cost-saving initiatives, value engineering projects, and continuous improvement programmes.
Monitor market trends, commodity prices, supply chain risks, and legislative developments, providing insight and recommendations to key stakeholders.
Support NPD, innovation, operational, and technical projects through effective supplier collaboration.
Identify and implement sourcing opportunities that improve cost efficiency, supply resilience, and sustainability performance.
Work collaboratively across multiple sites and business functions to achieve shared objectives.
Support the Group Procurement Director in strengthening procurement capability across Indigo Food Group.
About You Essential Experience
Category Buyer employer: Indigo Food Group Limited
BM Foods is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Avonmouth site where you can lead a dedicated team in the fast-paced Ready-to-Eat food manufacturing sector. With a strong focus on employee development, health and safety, and operational excellence, we provide ample opportunities for growth and engagement, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in delivering high-quality products to our customers. Join us to be part of a supportive culture that values your contributions and fosters continuous improvement.
