Buyer

DO & CO; London Borough of Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier catering and food service company in London is seeking a Food Buyer to manage procurement processes. This role includes responsibilities such as placing material orders, managing stock levels, and developing relationships with suppliers. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in food buying, strong Excel skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join us to make a real impact in the gourmet entertainment sector!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Refer a Friend Scheme

On-Site Free Meals

In-house training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as a Food Buyer.
• Experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Placing orders for materials and managing stocks.
• Reducing wastage and managing over/under stocks.
• Managing and stabilising prices.
• Working with the MRP system for production materials.
• Developing relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Updating relevant trackers and systems.

Skills

Proficient user of all office packages particularly Excel

Strong Interpersonal skills

Strong problem-solving ability

Strong organisational skills

Confidence and experience in dealing with various stakeholders

Ability to work autonomously

Hospitality or food manufacturing experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Placing orders for agreed materials and ensuring management of stocks
• Reducing wastage and minimising over / understocks in line with the Company policies
• Manage and stabilise prices
• Understand and work with the MRP system to create orders for production materials plan production materials deliveries
• Manage and develop day to day relationships with the suppliers and internal teams
• Keep MRP system data cleaned and up to date
• Update relevant trackers and systems
• Communicate efficiently wit internal teams
• Develop in- depth knowledge for material category

Qualifications

• Proficient user of all office packages particularly Excel
• 3 years experience as a Food Buyer
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Strong organisational skills
• Confidence and experience in dealing with various stakeholders (both internal and external) at all levels
• Ability to work autonomously and in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Hospitality of food manufacturing experience

Benefits

We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team you will have access to a range of benefits including :

• Competitive Salary
• Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals
• Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities.
• A business where you can have a real impact were not afraid of new ideas!
• Genuine career development opportunities both nationally and internationally
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market

DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills: Account Management,Execution,Insurance Management,Import & Export,Catering Operations,Building Electrician

Department / Functional Area: Procurement

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1