Buyer

Our client, a leading food manufacturer has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to support their multiple UK business units in day-to-day procurement activities and to support with local and group purchasing projects. Key responsibilities: * Develop and manage key supplier relationships to optimise local site operations. * Lead procurement activities in development projects, including sourcing, negotiation, and contractual agreements. * Drive and support procurement standardization processes. * Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and improvements within the purchasing process. * Collate quotes for new raw materials and packaging. Candidate requirements * Relevant tertiary qualifications will be desirable. * Proven buying experience in a FMCG manufacturing environment * Strong analytical skills, comfortable with data analysis and deriving insights * Advanced data management skills, especially in Excel * Familiarity with market research, data analysis, and forecasting techniques On offer: * Basic salary will be circa £38K to £40K * Pension + Bupa Health benefits * 23 holidays + 8 bank holidays * The role will be based in the northwest London area * Hybrid remote working options (4 days in the office)