Senior Buyer Packaging

DarcyBrook; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Kent is seeking a Senior Buyer to focus on Packaging procurement. The role involves strategic sourcing, supplier management, and negotiation of contracts. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in procurement. This is a 12-month fixed contract with the possibility of extension or permanent employment and offers hybrid working benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer focused on Packaging procurement.
• Exceptional negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret market data.

Responsibilities

• Identify and execute strategic initiatives to optimise spend across packaging categories.
• Lead negotiations with global and local suppliers for competitive terms.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure reliable supply of packaging materials.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field

CIPS certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

DarcyBrook is recruiting for a Senior Buyer for a manufacturing company based in Kent. This is a 12 month fixed contract position, with the possibility of being extended or going permanent. Experience of sourcing Packaging is essential for this role. This role comes with excellent benefits including hybrid working.

The Role

• Strategic Sourcing: Identify and execute strategic initiatives to optimise spend and deliver substantial cost reductions across packaging categories (e.g., labels, bottles, tins,).
• Lead high-stakes commercial negotiations with global and local suppliers to secure the most competitive terms, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Proactively manage supplier performance, evaluate risks, and ensure a continuous, reliable supply of all essential packaging materials.
• Value Driver: Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives and value-engineering projects without compromising quality or sustainability targets.
• Experience with supplier Contracts and Supplier agreements

What You Bring to the Table

• Proven experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer, with a specific focus on Packaging procurement
• Exceptional negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities you know how to interpret market data and turn it into a strategy.
• A Bachelor\'s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (CIPS certification is a bonus).
• You are proactive, a brilliant communicator, and can build robust, mutually beneficial supplier relationships.
• SAP or similar MRP knowledge