Senior Buyer

Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company is seeking a Senior Buyer in Uxbridge. In this role, you will be responsible for negotiating contract terms with manufacturers and managing supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have a university degree, solid purchasing experience, and proficiency in Excel and procurement tools. This position offers opportunities for career growth within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career growth

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• University degree level, technical or economical.
• A Procurement specialization is a plus.
• Solid purchasing/supply chain experience.
• Fluent in English; French and Spanish are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with manufacturers on contract terms.
• Build and manage suppliers panel.
• Set budget standard prices and follow purchase price variances.
• Deliver financial targets through negotiations.
• Monitor quality and KPI's adherence.

Skills

Solid purchasing/supply chain experience

Fluent in English

Excel

PPT

Procurement IT tools

Knowledge of Industrial sector

Knowledge of Drinks sector

Knowledge of Copacking sector

French

Spanish

Education

University degree (technical or economical)

Procurement specialization

Job description

Who We Are

Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. The Suntory Group is one of the largest soft drinks companies and among the world’s leading consumer products companies. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe

About your role

As our Senior Buyer you will negotiate with selected manufacturers contract terms including but not limited to SLA and cost breakdown per product needed to meet Supply Chain requirements while managing timing and quality in line with functional, business, region & Suntory objectives.

You will build and manage a suppliers panel. Develop and implement Business Continuity Plan (BCP) for key SKUs. Participate to Make or Buy process on ad hoc basis.

What You’ll Do

Accountability 1: Budget & cost optimisation/ Performance reporting

Set budget standard prices for his/her portfolio & follow purchase price variances in close relation with Procurement Ingredient & Packaging teams

Deliver financial targets for the portfolio through negotiations activities and proactive optimization projects

Drive the negotiation on all the terms & conditions including SLA and prices review.

Ensure appropriate reporting to the Procurement management.

Accountability 2 : Market insights, strategies development and business partnering

Follow up market evolutions regularly to identify new risks & opportunities.

Manage proactively communication with stakeholders to share relevant market information

Participate to Make or Buy study when relevant (current portfolio/new project).

Accountability 3 : Compliance, Supplier Performance & risk management

Hold regular Business Review Meeting (BRM) with most critical suppliers. Besides negotiation areas, monitor quality & KPI’s adherence

Develop and negotiate performance improvement plan over the years.

In a close collaboration with other departments (Finance, Supply Chain and Quality), having clear action plans and follow up done during the year.

Prepare & contribute proactively to company manufacturers-annual reviews

Maintain risk analysis & ensure we have BCP in place with our key partners

Develop alternative sourcing (locations, suppliers, specifications) when relevant

Develop framework agreements & drive continuous improvement by putting in place SLA / KPI’s

Develop and implement BCP’s for key SKUs.

Accountability 4 : Continuous Improvement, Innovation & Sustainability

Define and follow a pipeline of Costs Out / Value In (COVI) / Value optimization ideas

Proactively support the organisation to progress on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & organic topics

Contribute to Indirect and Procurement function continuous improvement though feedback and new solutions proposal

What’s in it for you

Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it.

What You need to be successful

University degree level, technical or economical. A Procurement specialization is a plus

Solid purchasing/supply chain experience

Knowledge and experience of the sector Industrial, Drinks or Copacking are a plus

Excel, PPT & Procurement IT tools

Fluent in English. French & Spanish are a plus

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.