Head of Buying
Permanent position. Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum plus discretionary bonus and exceptional benefits. Location: Aylesbury.
Shape the future of a fast‑growing international food brand portfolio.
The Opportunity
You’ll take ownership of sourcing and supplier strategy across key regions in East and/or South Asia, building relationships, securing brands and driving commercial performance.
* Influence what products the business sells
* Shape how the supply chain operates
* Drive margin, growth and long‑term strategy
You won’t just manage suppliers—you’ll build partnerships, unlock opportunities and lead change.
What you’ll be doing
🌍 Global Sourcing & Supplier Strategy
* Build and develop relationships with international suppliers across Asia
* Identify and onboard new manufacturers and partners
* Lead negotiations on pricing, terms and supply agreements
🚀 Brand Acquisition & Growth
* Identify and secure distribution rights for high‑potential international brands
* Evaluate market opportunities and bring new brands into the UK & Ireland
* Negotiate supplier‑backed marketing investment and growth plans
📦 Product Development & Portfolio Ownership
* Drive new product development, including private label ranges
* Manage products from concept through to launch and lifecycle
* Keep the range competitive, relevant and commercially strong
💰 Commercial & Margin Optimisation
* Build efficient, scalable value chains
* Analyse cost structures (freight, duties, currency) to improve margins
* Work closely with operations to ensure supply efficiency
⚙️ Process Improvement & Leadership
* Improve buying processes, systems and ways of working
* Introduce best practice across sourcing and category management
* Work closely with internal teams across commercial, marketing, finance and operations
What makes this role different
* Direct access to leadership – work alongside a founding director
* Real ownership – not just execution but decision‑making
* International scope – build relationships across global markets
* Growth environment – shape how the business evolves
* Commercial impact – your decisions directly affect profitability
What we’re looking for
* Strong experience in senior buying / procurement roles
* Proven track record of negotiation, supplier management and margin delivery
* Experience working with international suppliers (Asia highly desirable)
* Commercial mindset with the ability to spot and act on opportunities
* Experience with product development or private label
* Confident working cross‑functionally and influencing stakeholders
You’ll suit this role if you:
* Think like an owner, not just an employee
* Enjoy building relationships across cultures and markets
* Are as comfortable being strategic as you are being hands‑on
* Want to make a visible impact in a growing business
Package
* £70,000 – £80,000 (flexible for the right person)
* Performance‑based bonus linked to growth and profitability
* Car allowance or company car
* International travel opportunities
* Private medical (in progress)
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