Senior Buyer - Ingredients

The Senior Buyer (Ingredients & Packaging) requires strong negotiation skills and a strategic mindset, focused on securing the best quality ingredients and packaging, while building strong relationships with suppliers from around the world. This is a hybrid role, 2/3 days pw on site or travelling. Client Details This is a hybrid role, 2/3 days pw on site or travelling. Our client is a large-scale FMCG-Food company, responsible for numerous well-known brands. With thousands of employees and products sold internationally, they pride themselves on the quality of their offerings and their commitment to sustainability. They have a great working culture and an established procurement team who are very collaborative. Description Negotiate with suppliers for the best prices and terms on ingredients and packaging. £40m spend Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals. Monitor market trends to identify potential impacts on costs or supply. Contribute to sustainability initiatives in the procurement process. Manage relationships with existing suppliers and seek out new partnerships. Participate in cross-functional teams to improve overall business performance.Profile A successful Senior Ingredients & Packaging Buyer should have: Experience in procurement, specifically procuring ingredients, commodities and packaging. A passion for the food industry Experience Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. A strategic mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions. The ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders Job Offer A salary of up to £55,000 pa. A competitive benefits package, details to be confirmed. Opportunity to work with an international FMCG company. A supportive team environment and company culture. A flexible and autonomous working environment This is a hybrid role, 2/3 days pw on site or travelling