Packaging Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Relations

Avara Foods Limited; Brackley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Avara Foods Limited is seeking a Packaging Buyer to join our Procurement Team at Brackley. You will identify and procure packaging for retail and food service products, manage supplier relationships, and drive category optimisation to meet departmental goals.

The role requires at least 2 years of procurement experience, ideally with packaging background, and a willingness to pursue CIPS qualification. You will collaborate with sites to ensure steady supply and minimize waste.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of procurement experience in packaging recommended.
• Packaging background is advantageous.
• Ideally pursuing a CIPS qualification.
• Strong analytical and market-trend awareness.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, terms and contracts; set up supply agreements where required.
• Perform spend, contract and market analysis for packaging.
• Coordinate with sites on lead times and minimum order quantities to ensure supply with minimal waste.
• Source new packaging and suppliers ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.
• Work with NPD and technical teams for supplier approvals and product integrity.

Skills

Procurement

Analytical skills

Market trends

Supplier management

Education

CIPS qualification (preferred)

Job description

Avara Foods Limited is seeking a Packaging Buyer to join our Procurement Team at Brackley. You will identify and procure packaging for retail and food service products, manage supplier relationships, and drive category optimisation to meet departmental goals.

The role requires at least 2 years of procurement experience, ideally with packaging background, and a willingness to pursue CIPS qualification. You will collaborate with sites to ensure steady supply and minimize waste.