Buyer

Join a growing FMCG business as a Buyer within their Packaging Group. This organisation is passionate about delivering quality and value across grocery, wholesale, eCommerce, and export markets. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the heart of packaging procurement, shaping the look and feel of products for customers nationwide. You’ll thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where flexible working plus ongoing training are just the beginning of the benefits on offer.

What You'll Do:

As a Buyer, you’ll take charge of sourcing top-quality packaging materials that meet demanding cost and availability targets. Your days will be filled with:

• Negotiating pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers.
• Building and nurturing supplier relationships by conducting regular performance reviews.
• Working hand-in-hand with Quality, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams to ensure packaging solutions match evolving business needs and creative ambitions.
• Analyse market trends to inform strategic sourcing decisions that drive long-term business success.
• Raise and manage purchase orders with meticulous attention to detail.

What You Bring:

To thrive as a Buyer here, you’ll bring:

• Demonstrable experience in purchasing or buying packaging materials within an FMCG environment.
• Proven negotiation skills combined with the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively over time.
• Exceptional organisational abilities paired with acute attention to detail when handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding communication skills coupled with stakeholder management expertise across different levels of the business.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel alongside familiarity with ERP systems.
• A full UK driving licence is required for this position.

The Company:

This company stands out as one of the most forward-thinking manufacturers within their industry thanks to its ever-evolving approach to product innovation and brand development. The culture here is truly inclusive: teamwork is celebrated at every level, knowledge sharing is encouraged daily, and individual career aspirations are supported through ongoing training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements mean you can enjoy true work-life balance while being part of something special.

How to Apply:

Contact Jess Vernal on jess.vernal@robertwalters.com or on 07823647177.

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