Buyer

Alexander Steele Recruitment; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance Bonus

Healthcare and Life Cover

Annual leave (23 days + 8 bank holidays)

Hybrid working option (1 day remote)

Job summary

A leading food procurement agency is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage purchasing processes. The role involves sourcing products that meet customer specifications while negotiating with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years' experience in purchasing, particularly within the food sector, and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and additional benefits including a performance bonus and healthcare coverage.

Qualifications

• Preferred qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business Management.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Buying/Purchasing, ideally in food industry.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Source products that meet customer specifications.
• Negotiate best prices and payment terms from suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with ethical sourcing policies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent

Job description

Alexander Steele has partnered with one of the UK’s leading Food businesses that has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to support all aspects of the purchasing process from identifying new suppliers, understanding market movements, and managing order placement.

On Offer

• Salary will be circa £38 000 to £42 000
• Performance Bonus
• Healthcare and Life Cover
• 23 leave days + 8 bank holidays
• The role will be based in the Surrey area
• Hybrid remote working option (1 day work from home - Fridays)

Key Responsibilities

• You will source products that meet customer specifications and deliver the best combination of price, lead-time and quality.
• Utilise acquired skills to negotiate best prices, payment terms and deals from suppliers.
• Ensure full compliance by working in accordance with the Company’s ethical sourcing policies.
• Raise formal purchase orders and process all associated admin through our order processing system.
• Manage customer tenders and ensure that Sales & Marketing have relevant pricing and data.

Candidate Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent will be preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Buying/Purchasing, ideally in the the food industry.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of international shipping, duties and delivery processes would be beneficial