Packaging Buyer

Harrison Scott Associates; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A large retailing group is seeking a Packaging Buyer to manage supplier relationships and packaging requirements for products. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, resilience, and experience in sourcing. The role involves strategic management of costs and continuous improvement of supplier performance. Salary ranges from £35k to £45k pa in West Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging requirements from multiple suppliers for new and existing products.
• Support sourcing initiatives and commodity strategies.
• Deliver on service, quality, and cost objectives.
• Evaluate and negotiate vendor costs and quality control.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining service levels.
• Coordinate bids for packaging items and manage the strategy.
• Work with internal departments on product developments.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues.
• Prepare reports and specifications.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to work with diverse stakeholders

Resilience

Positive attitude

Experience in sourcing and supplier management

Job description

Job Title

Packaging Buyer

Salary

£35k to £45k pa

Location

West Yorkshire

Reference

J3146

Contact

Telephone: [phone]

About the role

A large retailing group has an opening for a Packaging Buyer. This role requires someone with great communication skills and the ability to lead, influence and build strong working relationships with a diverse range of people. We are looking for a confident individual with a positive attitude, resilience and determination.

Key Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day management and requirements of packaging from multiple suppliers for new and existing products.
• Support sourcing initiatives and commodity strategies to identify suppliers, provide competitive pricing and implement effective sourcing tactics.
• Deliver on service, quality and cost objectives supporting business growth.
• Evaluate, manage and negotiate various vendor costs, quality control, and distribution capabilities to make appropriate suggestions or selections.
• Create and implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high levels of service and quality.
• Manage the strategy and bid process for packaging items, reviewing, analysing and coordinating bids for evaluation.
• Work with internal departments on new and existing product developments and help with the packaging selection process.
• Continuously improve procedures, monitor supplier performance and feedback, and address any issues as they arise.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports, specifications, correspondence and other written materials.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong numeracy skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and lead influencing relationships.
• Resilience, determination, positive attitude.
• Experience in sourcing and supplier management preferred.