Senior Buyer, Food Manufacturing

JR United Kingdom; Bourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Bourne is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage key ingredient categories. This role requires previous buying experience in the food or FMCG sector, with a focus on stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be CIPS qualified or working towards it and possess strong relationship-building skills. Join a multi-site business known for quality and innovation offering excellent career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous buying experience in food or FMCG sector required.
• CIPS qualification or working towards it is preferred.
• Ability to build long-term relationships is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for buying ingredients for the group.
• Work closely with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Play an integral part in the NPD process.

Skills

Buying experience in food or FMCG sector

CIPS qualification or in progress

Self-motivated

Relationship building

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Client:

Focus Management Consultants

Location:

bourne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Buyer, Food Manufacturing

Lincolnshire

Great opportunity to join a leading food manufacturer as a Senior Buyer looking after some key ingredient categories.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer to take the next step up to a Senior Buyer within a leading food manufacturing business. Working as part of a large procurement team, you’ll be responsible for buying a variety of ingredients for the group.

As a Senior Buyer you will work closely with stakeholders and suppliers to understand the needs of the business’ customers, looking at areas of Continuous Improvement and play an integral part of the NPD process.

You will need to have previous buying experience gained within the food or FMCG sector and ideally be CIPS qualified or working towards it. Personality is key within the business and you will need to be self-motivated, be great at building long-term relationships, and be a real ambassador of procurement within the business.

My client are a leading multi-site business with a reputation for quality and innovation. They reward and look after employees well and offer outstanding long-term opportunities for progression.

To apply please send your CV through to me, Hannah, today.