Buyer

An esteemed FMCG organisation is seeking a permanent Buyer to join their growing team in Rochester.

They are looking for someone who can support the strategic and operational management of packaging/ingredients purchases.

Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a FMCG environment, at buyer level and be keen to progress in their career.
Role responsibilities of the Buyer include:

• Develop and nurture strong relationships with current suppliers to ensure efficiency and continued collaboration
• Explore and evaluate potential new suppliers to diversify sourcing options and secure competitive pricing for future products
• Strategically plan, monitor, and adjust inventory levels based on demand forecasts and sales trends
• Create and manage purchase orders for all necessary products, tracking orders to ensure timely delivery
• Conduct thorough market research to identify price trends and key factors influencing the market
• Make informed purchasing decisions to ensure all products are acquired at the right time, in the right quantity, and at the best possible price

Person Specification of the Buyer:

• Experience working a similar position within FMCG industry - ideally food/packaging
• Strong negotiation and organisational skills
• Intermediate to advance level using Excel
• Numerical and analytical skills
• Highly driven and looking to progress career

Salary

Up to �42k

This role is based fully on site with no hybrid working
This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, materials planner, materials controller or junior buyer.