Senior Buyer

Allicio Nutrition; Leek; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition manufacturer in Leek is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to optimize sourcing strategies for raw materials. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Ideal for those with a background in procurement within food or pharmaceutical sectors, this role offers competitive salary and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Holiday Allowance

Free On-Site Parking

Growth Opportunities

Exciting Projects

Supportive Culture

Modern Manufacturing Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ingredient sourcing and trading.
• Understanding of FDA, GMP, and regulatory requirements for food/nutritional products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts.
• Manage and analyse procurement data.

Skills

Sourcing food-grade ingredients

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

SENIOR BUYER

Location: Leek, Staffordshire (On-site)

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Competitive

IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE!

Working alongside the Head of Operations and the Procurement Lead, the Senior Buyer will play a key role in ensuring the procurement of raw materials, packaging and other necessary supplies to support manufacturing operations. We are seeking an experienced and commercially-astute Senior Buyer to lead the procurement of raw materials and ingredients for our blended nutritional powders product lines.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing and trading food-grade ingredients, with proven ability to manage global supplier relationships and negotiate competitive pricing in a fast-changing market. The successful candidate will develop and execute sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality and supply continuity.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and supply security.
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform buying decisions and mitigate risk.
• Build and maintain a robust supplier network, including ingredient traders.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure raw materials and packaging meet required specifications.
• Manage and analyse procurement data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of ingredients and materials to meet production schedules.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support new product development and innovation projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and sustainability initiatives.
• Any other task as may be reasonably expected from this position.
  
  

What Were Looking For

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, business or a related field.

Proven experience in a procurement role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in food, chemicals or pharmaceuticals.

Strong knowledge of ingredient sourcing and trading, global supply chain dynamics, and contract negotiation.

Deep understanding of ingredient market dynamics, including price volatility, seasonality and global supply chains.

Experience working with ERP systems and procurement software.

Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering commercial value.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

A proactive approach to supplier management.

Knowledge of FDA, GMP, and other regulatory requirements for food/nutritional products is a plus.

Organised and efficient with an attention to detail.

Professional, friendly and collaborative.

A commercial mindset.

Solutions orientated.

Hands-on, can-do attitude.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary Earn well, work daytime shifts only (no nights!)
• Generous Holiday Allowance Enjoy a healthy work-life balance
• Free On-Site Parking Easy, convenient, cost-free commutes
• Growth Opportunities Upskill, progress, and grow with us
• Exciting Projects Be part of major investments in new tech and equipment
• Supportive Culture Work in a close-knit, collaborative team
• Modern Manufacturing Environment Stay ahead with the latest in food production tech
  
  

Why Join Allicio Nutrition?

At Allicio Nutrition, were more than a manufacturer were a hub of innovation. We develop and produce high-performance nutritional blends that fuel wellbeing, performance and growth. Now, were investing heavily in new technology and cutting-edge equipment and were looking for a talented Senior Buyer to join us on that journey.

If you want to be part of a team where your ideas matter, your skills grow fast and your work keeps the heartbeat of a dynamic factory running,Allicio Nutritioncould be the next big step in your career.If you want to be part of a team where your ideas matter, your skills grow fast and your work keeps the heartbeat of a dynamic factory running,Allicio Nutritioncould be the next big step in your career.

Apply now and grow with us!

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