Our client
- Has an array of instantly recognisable brands across a number of product areas.
- Is an extremely profitable global player in a buoyant product category.
- Leading growth through investment and a number of recent acquisitions.
- Close-knit, approachable culture which offers a great career path.
- An opportunity has opened up for a Buyer to join the UK buying/Procurement team.
The role:
- As Buyer you will work within a specific product area for a global supplier, managing a portfolio of market leading brands.
- Support wider buying team, contributing to all internal projects within the procurement team.
- Managing all supplier relationships and meetings with customers
- Responsible for pricing, lead times and costing for new product launches
- Utilise all internal data to build reports, manage internal ERP systems
- Ensure all timely supply of goods and liaise with overseas suppliers
The successful candidate:
- Have previous experience in buying, procurement or supply chain ideally in an FMCG business.
- You may currently be operating as a Junior Buyer, Buying Assistant, Buyer or a Supply Chain Analyst and looking to progress your career in a global business that can offer career development.
- Experience in a branded, product led FMCG business would be preferable.
- Strong mix of analytical skills, comfortable using excel and internal systems.
- Will need to be a clear communicator with confidence to communicate well internally & externally
- Must be ambitious, keen to learn and develop your career in a fast-paced business
Details and benefits:
- Excellent benefits package on offer as part of a global business
- Kent head office, hybrid working
Please send your CV quoting reference 2/17191/7 or apply now. Confidentiality assured.
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