Procurement Buyer
Introduction - Procurement Buyer
We are looking for a Procurement Buyer to support a large-scale operation that supply leading retailers and food service brands. This role plays a key part in driving value and efficiency across indirect procurement.
Role Overview:
- Location: Birmingham
- Hours: Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home) - Monday to Friday, 9-5 with flexibility to manage your own schedule
- Package: Up to £45,000 pa DOE + Car allowance
- Industry: Food Manufacturing / Procurement
What You'll Be Doing:
- Supporting procurement activity across indirect categories including IT, HR, and factory services
- Assisting in the preparation and delivery of tenders, RFIs, and RFQs
- Building and managing supplier relationships, including sourcing new partners
- Supporting negotiations to drive cost savings and value
- Helping implement supplier agreements and category strategies
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement objectives are met
Main Skills Needed:
- Previous experience in procurement (buyer, coordinator, assistant or similar)
- Exposure to supplier management, negotiations, and tender processes
- Understanding of indirect procurement categories (or transferable direct procurement experience)
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders and suppliers
- Ambition to develop within a fast-paced, commercial environment
- MCIPS qualification (or working towards) is advantageous but not essential
What's in It for You:
- Clear progression opportunities within a large, well-established business
- Exposure to high-profile procurement projects
- Hybrid working with a collaborative team environment (3 days on-site)
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- Employee support programmes and wellbeing resources
- Retail and restaurant discounts, plus additional lifestyle benefits
- Cycle to work scheme and referral incentives
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