Buyer

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Buyer to join their procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in sourcing and purchasing finished goods, ensuring product availability, and maintaining optimal inventory levels. With flexible working opportunities and ongoing training available, this role provides the perfect platform for you to grow your career within the FMCG sector.

What You'll Do:

You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process for finished goods across a diverse portfolio. Your day-to-day activities will involve:

• Managing the procurement of finished goods in alignment with forecasted demand and inventory requirements.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiating pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers to deliver best value for the business.
• Monitoring stock levels closely and placing purchase orders proactively to maintain optimum inventory levels.
• Working collaboratively with Supply Chain, Planning, Sales, and Operations teams.

What You Bring:

To excel as a Buyer, you will bring the following:

• Proven experience in procurement and finished goods sourcing within a FMCG environment.
• Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills to ensure favourable pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Experience working cross-functionally with planning, technical, production teams.
• Proficiency in inventory management allows you to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Knowledge of MRP systems and procurement analytics tools.

The Company:

This organisation has been a long-standing manufacturer within the North-West and has established itself as a trusted partner supplying private label goods alongside branded offerings to its customers. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that promote work-life balance; ongoing training ensures continuous professional growth; all within an inclusive culture built on pride in achievement, passion for pets, teamwork across departments, unwavering integrity in business dealings, commitment to success at every level of operation—and deep respect for colleagues as well as customers. The company’s dedication to sustainability further enhances its reputation as an employer

How to Apply:

Apply now or for more information, feel free to contact Senior Consultant Jess Vernal on jess.vernal@robertwalters.com or 07823647177.

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