Senior Buyer – Packaging | Glasgow | Up to £50,000 + Benefits
Location: Glasgow
Sector: Procurement / Packaging
Salary: Up to £50,000 + benefits
Alexander Steele have partnered exclusively with a well-established and growing packaging business based in Glasgow to recruit a Senior Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the full procurement function and play a key role in driving commercial performance across the business.
The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing all packaging procurement activities, leading a small buying team, and ensuring stock levels are well controlled to meet operational needs. This is a key leadership role within the business and offers a great platform for further progression.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage all procurement activities for packaging products across multiple categories.
* Build, maintain, and develop strong relationships with suppliers.
* Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value.
* Manage and develop a small team of Buyers and Procurement Assistants.
* Oversee and improve stock intake and inventory control.
* Monitor supplier performance, market trends, and pricing activity.
* Collaborate closely with operations, finance, and logistics to ensure effective supply chain operations.
What We’re Looking For:
* Significant experience in a senior buying or procurement role, ideally within packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors.
* Proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts effectively.
* Experience leading or developing a procurement team.
* Excellent supplier relationship and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong commercial acumen and analytical mindset.
* Comfortable working with procurement and stock systems.
What’s On Offer:
* Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.
* A comprehensive benefits package.
* The opportunity to shape the procurement function within a growing business.
* Long-term career prospects with a forward-thinking employer.