Job description:
Estimator / Buyer – Career Growth Opportunity
Location
: Ashford, Kent
Salary
: £28,000–£34,000
Department:
Supply Chain
Job Type:
Full-time, Permanent
About Supplement Factory
Supplement Factory is the core of our group. We are a global full-scale contract manufacturer for food supplements with facilities in Europe, UK, USA and China. We operate the busiest website in the EU for food supplement manufacturing. We also deliver a full spectrum of done-for-you services to all of our clients. These services range from label design, formulations, product experience development, product passports, pilot runs, clinical trials, marketing services and more. We consider ourselves to be one of the most innovative and forward-thinking manufacturers in our space; always supporting the creativity of the client.
About the Role
As our business continues to expand, we are seeking a talented Estimator / Buyer to join our Supply Chain team in Ashford. This is a commercially critical role, directly influencing profitability, resilience, and customer satisfaction.
You will be responsible for:
* Working with Business Development Managers to cost new and repeat projects, safeguarding margins.
* Sourcing and negotiating with global suppliers for raw materials and packaging.
* Managing procurement and delivery schedules to support production.
* Collaborating closely with Sales, Operations, and Warehouse teams to ensure seamless supply chain performance.
About You
We are looking for a commercially minded individual who is ready to take the next step in their supply chain career.
Key skills and experience:
* Proven experience in procurement or supplier management.
* Strong numerical and analytical ability with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident communication skills to build effective relationships internally and externally.
* Ambition to build a long-term career within a growing, forward-thinking company.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive Salary:
£28,000–£34,000.
* Career Growth:
Exceptional professional development and future progression opportunities.
* Global Exposure:
Work with an international supplier base.
* Supportive Environment:
Join a collaborative, growth-focused workplace where your contribution directly shapes success.
Job Type: Full-time