https://jobs.co.uk/job/mandarin-speaking-food-buyer-portfolio-procurement--d7f62a6d-199c-4294-b4e4-1d7a33b6091c RSS feed for Mandarin Speaking Food Buyer at Portfolio Procurement. en-gb Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:24 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/mandarin-speaking-food-buyer-portfolio-procurement--d7f62a6d-199c-4294-b4e4-1d7a33b6091c https://jobs.co.uk/job/mandarin-speaking-food-buyer-portfolio-procurement--d7f62a6d-199c-4294-b4e4-1d7a33b6091c Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:52:04 GMT Location: Kent | Salary: 35000.00-35000.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | Portfolio Procurement have been engaged by our leading Kent based food client to recruit for a Mandarin Speaking Buyer. The role:You will be responsible for purchasing raw materials, packaging materials, production consumables, and supporting production planning to ensure stable factory operations, cost efficiency, and supply continuity. Key Responsibilities:Purchasing and Supply ManagementPurchase raw materials, packaging materials, ingredients, and production consumables according to production requirements.Monitor stock levels and ensure sufficient material availability to avoid production interruption.Raise and manage purchase orders through SAP or internal systems.Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure on-time arrivals.Follow up supplier shortages, delays, and quality issues promptly.Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing information, and supplier data Experience and Skills:Previous experience in purchasing from within a Food or FMCG business.Fluent mandarin speakerStrong organisational and communication skills.Good Excel and data management skills. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Good attention to detail and pro... Permanent