Hybrid Procurement Buyer - Food Manufacturing

b3 jobs Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food manufacturer in Greater Manchester is seeking a skilled Buyer to manage both direct and indirect procurement. This hybrid role requires a strong understanding of food safety, negotiation skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing category strategies, ensuring supplier compliance, and enhancing procurement performance. Offering a salary range of £40,000 to £50,000 based on experience, this position entails a combination of on-site and remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience in food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong negotiation and tendering skills.
• Ability to present confidently to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies for procurement.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Use data to inform decisions and improve procurement processes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Understanding of food safety

Advanced Excel

ERP/MRP use

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

CIPS or working towards CIPS

Job description

A prominent food manufacturer in Greater Manchester is seeking a skilled Buyer to manage both direct and indirect procurement. This hybrid role requires a strong understanding of food safety, negotiation skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing category strategies, ensuring supplier compliance, and enhancing procurement performance. Offering a salary range of £40,000 to £50,000 based on experience, this position entails a combination of on-site and remote work.