Foodbuy is a leading food procurement organisation based in the UK. With over £1bn of managed spend, we bring together the widest range of foodservice and hospitality clients on the planet to buy food, and everything associated with it. We work closely with our clients to deliver expert procurement services saving them both time and money and enabling them to focus on what really matters to their businesses.
NHS Supply Chain: Food put the NHS at the heart of everything we do. Operating with integrity at all times, we combine insight and innovation with collaborative, long-term partnerships to deliver against our customer's goals; adding value to their food service operations. Our food procurement expertise, culinary heritage and safe supply chain solutions set us apart from our competitors
We are seeking a Senior Buyer to join our team on a part time basis. We are extremely flexible and will also consider candidates during term time only or compressed hours. As the NHSSC School Fruit and Vegetable Scheme Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the SFVS team including the HR and people management. Also, within scope of this role you will be responsible for the contract and supplier management ensuring our suppliers adhere to contractual KPI's and other deliverables including supporting sustainability and other Government initiatives that are introduced during the lifetime of the contract.
Working with the Governance team you will be involved and/or manage appropriate stages of the NHSSC: Food Procurement Framework from strategy definition and creation to the tendering process and launch, through to supplier relationship management and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
• Manage the SFVS team of 3 to ensure SFVS operates efficiently and that the systems and processes align with NHS Supply Food processes. • Ensure a robust supplier management system is in place for all suppliers and distributors to ensure any issues are managed smoothly whilst still meeting all SLAs and KPIs. • Constantly strive to implement improved solutions to the business, recognizing supplier innovations and opportunities and maximizing the benefits from the supply chain and whilst achieving SLA's and KPI's. • Regularly review supplier and distributor performance and ensure operational and contractual standards are met against agreed KPIs and ensure that any customer concerns are dealt with effectively by the team. • Hold regular review meetings with all key suppliers and distributors to ensure SLA and KPIs are on track and investigate further opportunities for business. • Manage the tender process. • Ensure the review and maintenance of SFVS processes in line with operating procedures
Experience required:
- You will be a great communicator who can develop strong relationships with all stakeholders and work cross-functionally to ensure we deliver for our client.
- Ideally you will have food buying experience
- Experience of using MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Experience in team and stakeholder management, Able to negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Effective communication skills focused on performance and delivering results
- Able to make the right decisions to ensure budgets are met and savings delivered
- Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families