Buying Manager

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage brand in London is seeking a Buying Manager for snacks and drinks. You will manage procurement, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost efficiency. Ideal candidates have experience in FMCG or Retail, strong negotiation skills, and an understanding of sustainability in procurement. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a reputable brand and make a significant impact in their supply chain.

Benefits

Up to £60K salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement or buying role, ideally within FMCG, Foodservice or Retail.
• Strong understanding of snacks and drinks product sourcing, with a focus on cost management and supplier negotiation.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices within procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for sourcing and purchasing snacks and drinks products.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to drive cost savings and efficiency.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement software

Job description

Buying Manager (Snacks & Drinks) – Leading F&B Brand - London – Up to £60K + Benefits

My client is a Leading F&B Brand with a brilliant reputation.

They are seeking a Buying Manager to join their team. The successful Category Buying Manager will be responsible for managing the procurement of all snacks and drinks products, whilst playing a key role in ensuring cost efficiency, supplier relationships, and the ongoing success of their supply chain.

This is the perfect role for a high performing Buyer looking to join a reputable business who can match their ambition and offer greater responsibility and exposure, in order to progress their career.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement strategies for sourcing and purchasing snacks and drinks products.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best possible terms and service.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to drive cost savings and efficiency.
• Work closely with internal teams such as Operations, Logistics, and Marketing to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Ensure compliance with sustainability goals and health and safety regulations in procurement.
• Prepare and manage budgets for snacks and drinks purchases.
• Continuously assess and improve procurement processes to streamline operations and reduce costs.

The Ideal Buying Manager Candidate:

• Proven experience in a procurement or buying role, ideally within FMCG, Foodservice or Retail.
• Strong understanding of snacks and drinks product sourcing, with a focus on cost management and supplier negotiation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices within procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / [e-mail]