Alexander Steele has partnered with one of the UK’s leading Food businesses that has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to support all aspects of the purchasing process from identifying new suppliers, understanding market movements, and managing order placement. On Offer: • Salary will be circa £38 000 to £42 000 • Performance Bonus • Healthcare and Life Cover • 23 leave days + 8 bank holidays • The role will be based in the Surrey area • Hybrid remote working option (1 day work from home - Fridays) Key responsibilities: • You will source products that meet customer specifications and deliver the best combination of price, lead-time and quality. • Utilise acquired skills to negotiate best prices, payment terms and deals from suppliers. • Ensure full compliance by working in accordance with the Company’s ethical sourcing policies. • Raise formal purchase orders and process all associated admin through our order processing system. • Manage customer tenders and ensure that Sales & Marketing have relevant pricing and data. Candidate requirements: • A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management or equivalent will be preferred. • At least 3 years’ experience in Buying/Purchasing, ideally in the the food industry. • Strong negotiation and influencing skills • Excellent t...