Wilkin & Sons is a British food manufacturing business with a proud heritage, best known for producing some of the UK's most loved premium food brands. Due to continued investment and growth, we're looking to recruit a Materials & Services Buyer to join the Procurement team at their Tiptree site. This is a key role within the business, supporting operational continuity while driving value, supplier performance and cost efficiencies across materials and services. The Role Reporting into the Procurement Manager, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the timely, cost-effective and compliant procurement of goods and services that support both day-to-day operations and longer-term strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include: Supporting sourcing, negotiation and purchasing across a wide range of materials and services Managing purchase orders, invoices and supplier records through the ERP system Tracking deliveries to ensure on-time supply and minimise disruption Monitoring stock levels and recommending replenishment based on demand forecasts Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships Conducting market research to identify trends, risks and cost-saving opportunities Evaluating supplier performance across quality, delivery, service and price Supporting compliance with internal procurement policies and external standards (e.g. BRC) Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders across the business ...