Alexander Steele Recruitment has partnered with an award-winning food business supplying all major UK retailers and foodservice customers with both branded and own-label products.

They are urgently looking for a Senior Buyer to support all aspects of the purchasing process from identifying new suppliers, understanding market movements, and managing order placement.

On Offer:

Salary will be circa £40 000 to £45 000
Performance Bonus
Healthcare and Life Cover
23 leave days + 8 bank holidays
The role will be based in the Surrey area
Hybrid remote working (Work from home on Fridays)

Key responsibilities:

You will source products that meet customer specifications and deliver the best combination of price, lead-time and quality.
Utilise acquired skills to negotiate best prices, payment terms and deals from suppliers.
Ensure full compliance by working in accordance with the Company’s ethical sourcing policies.
Raise formal purchase orders and process all associated admin through our order processing system.
Manage customer tenders and ensure that Sales & Marketing have relevant pricing and data.

Candidate requirements:

A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent will be preferred.
At least 3 years’ experience in Buying/Purchasing, ideally in the the food industry.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of international shipping, duties and delivery processes would be beneficial

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