Buyer

Procurement; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company on the Kent South Coast is seeking a Buyer to enhance procurement strategies and supplier relationships. This role offers hybrid working, healthcare benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Candidates should have procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and be proficient in MS Office and SAP. CIPS sponsorship available.

Benefits

Healthcare

Competitive pension

Bonus

Career progression opportunities

CIPS sponsorship

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering cost improvements.
• Strong understanding of End to End Supply Chain.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Supplier management skills

Competency in MS Office

Education

CIPS or relevant Degree

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Job Start Date: ASAP. Portfolio Procurement has been engaged to recruit a Buyer for a leading FMCG company based on the Kent South Coast. This role comes with excellent benefits including 50% hybrid working, Healthcare, competitive pension, bonus, career progression opportunities and CIPS sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Procurement experience with a track record of delivering cost improvements
• A strong understanding of End to End Supply Chain
• Strong negotiator with good supplier managements skills
• Be competent in MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficient user of SAP or similar ERP systems
• Studying CIPS or relevant Degree