Snacking Buying Manager — Hybrid Work & Growth

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Buying Manager for the snacking category. This role involves developing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and analyzing market trends. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement within the retail industry. The position offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development within a well-established organisation.

Benefits

25 days of holiday leave

Hybrid working model offering flexibility

Opportunity to contribute to a leading retail organisation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in buying, category management, or procurement within the retail industry.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret market data.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategy for the snacking category.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Analyse market trends to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Proven experience in buying/category management

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent negotiation skills

Knowledge of snacking products

Strong communication skills

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Buying Manager for the snacking category. This role involves developing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and analyzing market trends. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement within the retail industry. The position offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development within a well-established organisation.