Packaging Buyer

Pets Choice Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pets Choice Ltd is seeking a Packaging Buyer to source and secure packaging materials, negotiate terms, and manage supplier performance in a fast-moving FMCG environment. You will collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain and Marketing to ensure cost, quality and supply meet business needs.

The role requires strong negotiation, supplier management and Excel/ERP proficiency, with an ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholder expectations across our Blackburn operations.

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing or buying packaging experience, preferably within an FMCG environment.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Highly organised and detail oriented.
• Ability to work cross functionally.
• Results-driven with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware with excellent analytical abilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure service, quality, and delivery standards are maintained.
• Work with Quality, Supply Chain and Marketing teams to meet business needs.
• Monitor market trends to support strategic sourcing decisions
• Ensure continuity of supply by managing supplier risks, forecasting requirements, and developing contingency plans
• Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accurate pricing, specifications, and delivery schedules
• Ensure all packaging materials comply with relevant legislation, customer requirements, and quality standards
• Resolve supplier, quality, and supply issues in a timely and effective manner
• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, product specifications, and procurement activities

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Organization

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical abilities

Multi-project management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Pets Choice is an ever-evolving FMCG branded pet products manufacturer and supplier. As one of the fastest-growing producers in the pet-care industry, we’re committed to elevating our large, diverse portfolio of trusted brands, including Webbox, Bob Martin, Felight, Vets Kitchen, Hownd and Meatiful.

Our products range from food, treats, toys, accessories, and healthcare, giving us a uniquely broad presence across the pet‑care landscape. We manufacture and supply into a wide range of channels including Grocery, Discounter, Wholesale, eCommerce, Pet Specialist, and Export markets, ensuring our brands reach pet owners across the UK and beyond.

Role Overview

As the Packaging Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the supply of packaging materials to support the business. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure packaging requirements are met in terms of quality, cost, and availability. The role involves building strong supplier relationships, identifying cost‑saving opportunities, and ensuring a consistent supply of packaging materials to support business success.

Main Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to achieve the best commercial outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure service, quality, and delivery standards are maintained.
• Work with Quality, Supply Chain and Marketing teams to meet business needs.
• Monitor market trends to support strategic sourcing decisions
• Ensure continuity of supply by managing supplier risks, forecasting requirements, and developing contingency plans
• Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accurate pricing, specifications, and delivery schedules
• Ensure all packaging materials comply with relevant legislation, customer requirements, and quality standards
• Resolve supplier, quality, and supply issues in a timely and effective manner
• Maintain accurate records of supplier agreements, product specifications, and procurement activities

Skills, Experience and Qualifications required

• Previous purchasing or buying packaging experience, preferably within an FMCG environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Highly organised and detail oriented
• Ability to work cross functionally
• Results-driven with excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially aware with excellent analytical abilities
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems