Buyer

We are working on behalf of a food client, who are looking for an experienced Italian speaking Buyer to join their team in St Albans. As a Buyer, you will play a crucial role in the procurement team, responsible for selecting and purchasing a diverse range of FMCG products for the company. The ideal candidate will have a keen understanding of market trends, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record in FMCG or Food buying. This role requires a strategic thinker who can collaborate effectively with suppliers, analyse market data, and contribute to the growth and success of the business. Key Responsibilities: · Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging trends, product innovations, and potential suppliers in the FMCG sector. · Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential suppliers, negotiating favourable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules. · Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the sales and marketing teams, to align procurement strategies with business objectives. · Evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards, on-time delivery, and cost-effectiveness. · Monitor inventory levels, anticipating demand fluctuations, and implementing effective inventory management strategies. · Stay informed about industry regulations, pricing trends, and market conditions to make informed purchasing decisions. · Continuously seek opportunities to optimize costs, improve product quality, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. · Prepare and present reports on key performance indicators, market trends, and supplier performance to senior management. · Responsible for placing orders with supplier to full fill the stock levels. Qualifications and Requirements: · Proven experience as a Buyer in the FMCG sector, with a strong understanding and experience of dealing with Retailers. · Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. · Ability to analyse data, make informed decisions, and implement effective procurement strategies. · Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and compliance standards. · Proficient in using procurement software and tools. · Strong organisational and multitasking abilities. · Results-driven and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The working hours for this role are 8.30am - 5pm - Monday to Thursday and 8am - 4.30pm on Friday. Salary for this opportunity is up to £35,000. #INDBRK Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business