Buyer

• Develop and deliver sourcing strategies for key raw material categories.
• Lead supplier negotiations, tenders and contract management activities.
• Identify cost reduction, value engineering and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to drive innovation and supply security.
• Support new product launches by partnering with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, commodity movements and supply chain risks to inform decision-making.

About You

• Proven procurement or strategic sourcing experience within FMCG, manufacturing, chemicals, ingredients or raw materials.
• Track record of delivering commercial value through supplier management and negotiation.
• Strong category management and strategic sourcing capability.
• Experience managing commodity-driven or globally sourced categories.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Degree qualified or equivalent experience; MCIPS preferred.
• Exposure to SAP or a similar ERP system is advantageous.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Up to 10% Pension, 4x life assurance and private medical cover.
• Flexible holiday options.
• Hybrid working arrangements, only 10 days required onsite per month so you can enjoy working remotely the remainder of the time.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Additional lifestyle and employee discount benefits.