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Alexander Steele

Posted

8 days ago

description

Our client, a leading food manufacturer has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to support their multiple UK business units in day-to-day procurement activities and to support with local and group purchasing projects.

Key responsibilities:

* Develop and manage key supplier relationships to optimise local site operations.

* Lead procurement activities in development projects, including sourcing, negotiation, and contractual agreements.

* Drive and support procurement standardization processes.

* Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and improvements within the purchasing process.

* Collate quotes for new raw materials and packaging.

Candidate requirements

* Relevant tertiary qualifications will be desirable.

* Proven buying experience in a FMCG manufacturing environment

* Strong analytical skills, comfortable with data analysis and deriving insights

* Advanced data management skills, especially in Excel

* Familiarity with market research, data analysis, and forecasting techniques

On offer:

* Basic salary will be circa £38K to £40K

* Pension + Bupa Health benefits

* 23 holidays + 8 bank holidays

* The role will be based in the northwest London area

* Hybrid remote working options (4 days in the office)

location

North London, London