Buyer – Hybrid
Colne, Northwest
£45k plus package
If, as a Buyer, you are looking for a foodie business with a strong belief in their teams, then this opening in my client’s structure will be of real interest.
They are constantly pushing the boundaries on quality and offering their customers a bespoke service. The Leadership Team have created a culture of creativity and agility, giving them an enviable position in the marketplace. There is flexibility / hybrid working, allowing work life balance. On meeting the senior team, you will understand why they are successful – the energy on site and connectivity across the teams is tangible.
What is the business all about?
- A business with a broad portfolio of high-quality food products
- Part of a wider Food Business
- Agile and decisive
- Excellent reputation
- Robust supply chain
- Standout position due to customer service and quality
- Constantly driving innovation in their market category
- Outstanding senior team
The Buyer role highlights are:
- Working closely with and reporting to the Category Buying Manager
- Hybrid working 3 days on site
- Communicating with a wide range of suppliers
- Working with a small supply chain team
- Reviewing value in all areas of the supply chain
- Ensuring the highest possible quality is achieved in the product categories
- Category insight and data to drive the marketing strategy and opportunities with customers
- Work collaboratively with the excellent development team and other commercial and supply chain members
- Self-motivated to prioritise key projects and timelines
- Getting under the skin of the category, being the knowledge base for the business
Your background
- A buyer with a background in ingredients in food manufacturing, foodservice or retail
- You’ve started to demonstrate your ability in procurement
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills
- Confident and able communicator
- Collaborative supplier relationships
- Numerically agile
- Drive, tenacity and able to challenge effectively
- Food industry experience – essential – food manufacturing or foodservice
Whether you’re a Trainee Buyer ready to take the next step in your career, or an experienced Buyer seeking greater opportunities, professional development, and exposure to an exciting, food-focused business, this role could be the perfect match for you. You’ll be joining a passionate team, working with quality products, and gaining the training and support you need to grow your expertise.
If you’re ready to develop your career in a thriving, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
