Buyer

Alexander Steele has partnered with one of the UK’s leading Food businesses that has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to support all aspects of the purchasing process from identifying new suppliers, understanding market movements, and managing order placement.  

On Offer:
•    Salary will be circa £40 000 to £45 000
•    Performance Bonus
•    Healthcare and Life Cover
•    23 leave days + 8 bank holidays
•    The role will be based in the Surrey area
•    Hybrid remote working option (1 day work from home - Fridays)

Key responsibilities:
•    You will source products that meet customer specifications and deliver the best combination of price, lead-time and quality.
•    Utilise acquired skills to negotiate best prices, payment terms and deals from suppliers.
•    Ensure full compliance by working in accordance with the Company’s ethical sourcing policies.
•    Raise formal purchase orders and process all associated admin through our order processing system. 
•    Manage customer tenders and ensure that Sales & Marketing have relevant pricing and data.

Candidate requirements:
•    A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent will be preferred.
•    At least 3 years’ experience in Buying/Purchasing, ideally in the the food industry.  
•    Strong negotiation and influencing skills
•    Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
•    Knowledge of international shipping, duties and delivery processes would be beneficial