https://jobs.co.uk/job/category-buyersenior-buyer-portfolio-procurement--c3b24fd8-98ec-4c18-bcf8-e3b3f38c082a RSS feed for Category Buyer/Senior Buyer at Portfolio Procurement. en-gb Thu, 28 May 2026 19:20:26 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/category-buyersenior-buyer-portfolio-procurement--c3b24fd8-98ec-4c18-bcf8-e3b3f38c082a https://jobs.co.uk/job/category-buyersenior-buyer-portfolio-procurement--c3b24fd8-98ec-4c18-bcf8-e3b3f38c082a Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Oxfordshire | Salary: £30000 - £40000/annum | Type: Permanent | Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our Oxfordshire based client to recruit for a Category Buyer/Senior Buyer. Key Responsibilities Manage products throughout the complete buying and development cycle Develop new product ideas in collaboration with design and suppliers Source products and suppliers globally, including Far East sourcing Negotiate cost prices, terms, and supplier agreements Manage supplier relationships and ongoing supplier development Plan and manage product ranges within assigned categories Identify market opportunities and consumer trends Improve existing products through enhanced quality, specification, packaging, or cost reduction Coordinate packaging and presentation with the graphics team to maximise product appeal Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in product buying/purchasing Experience of managing products from concept through to production Strong project management and organisational skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team Strong attention to detail Good PC literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel Experience with Far East sour... Permanent