Job Description
Job Title: Junior Buyer / Buyer
Location: Brentwood / Chelmsford Outskirts, Essex (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £35,000 + 10% Annual Bonus
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office (Mon/Wed/Fri), 2 days working from home (Tue/Thu)
About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Junior Buyer / Buyer to join our growing Commercial Team within a fast-paced food industry business. Reporting directly to the Head of Commercial, you will play a key role in sourcing products, negotiating with suppliers and ensuring our customers receive the best possible pricing and service.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with buying experience — or a strong interest in food and beverage procurement — to develop their career within a supportive team and progressive business.
You will work across both new business tenders and the existing customer base, identifying preferred suppliers, negotiating competitive pricing and supporting planned price reviews. You will also collaborate closely with the Accounts Team to ensure any changes are communicated to customers quickly and effectively.
Key Skills & Competencies
Previous experience in buying, procurement or supplier management
Food & Beverage procurement knowledge preferred, or a strong interest in the food industry
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Advanced spreadsheet skills (particularly Excel)
Ability to perform consistently in a fast-moving commercial environment
Team player with the confidence to influence others
Education & Experience
Proven experience in a buying / procurement role
Interest in or exposure to the food industry
Strong IT skills including MS Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Full UK driving licence
Benefits
This company believe in rewarding our people and supporting a healthy work-life balance. Our benefits include:
Salary up to £35,000 dep on experience
10% annual performance bonus
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Your birthday off every year
Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home)
Staggered start and finish times for flexibility
Free on-site parking
Excellent benefits package
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Clear progression opportunities and long-term career development
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and dynamic food business where you can build a long-term career in procurement and commercial operations. You’ll gain exposure to supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing and commercial decision-making while working closely with an experienced leadership team.
If you are a motivated Buyer or Junior Buyer looking for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.