Senior Buyer

TieTalent; Sunderland; Sur place; GBP 36 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A growing FMCG company in Newhaven is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee procurement of raw materials and support category management. Candidates should possess a strong background in FMCG purchasing and team management. This full-time role requires on-site presence and offers a salary up to £40,000. Ideal for those looking to grow their career in an exciting company.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG procurement is essential.
• Ability to manage or mentor a purchasing team is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems required.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies.
• Collaborate with central purchasing and negotiate supplier contracts.
• Mentor and lead the purchasing team for improved efficiency.

Connaissances

Procurement experience

Team management

Supplier negotiation

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Outils

MRP/ERP systems

Description du poste

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Exciting Opportunity: Permanent Senior Buyer Role in FMCG Company - Based in Newhaven - Salary up to £40,000

Seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Buyer to join a growing FMCG business located in Newhaven. This role offers a fantastic chance to contribute to the company's success by overseeing direct procurement of raw materials and supporting broader category management as the business expands.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in purchasing or procurement within an FMCG environment, with experience at a senior buyer or purchasing manager level.

Role responsibilities of the Senior Buyer include:

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies for raw materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with central purchasing, negotiate supplier contracts, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term partnerships and favorable terms.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and sourcing innovations to stay ahead
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team, setting goals and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with R&D and marketing to align procurement with product development and branding objectives.
• Manage supply chain efficiency through supplier performance evaluation, risk mitigation, inventory oversight, and ensuring timely delivery of components.
  
  

Person Specification of the Senior Buyer:

• Prior experience in purchasing or procurement within an FMCG environment
• Proven ability to mentor or manage a team effectively - essential
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills, confident in engaging with individuals at all organisational levels in a professional manner
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify challenges early and seek effective solutions
• Highly motivated and driven, with a strong desire for professional growth and advancement
  
  

Salary

Up to £40k

This position requires full on-site presence

This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, procurement manager, procurement specialist, procurement lead, buying lead, procurement team leader or procurement supervisor

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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