About the Company
A leading, B-Corp accredited, food business is currently seeking a Project Buyer to actively support short and mid-term innovation and renovation plans, playing a crucial role in bringing new and improved products to market.
About the Role
Reporting to the European Category Manager and supporting the Category Buyers; the successful Project Buyer will be the key link between external suppliers, internal marketing and R&D teams, managing multiple projects across all categories, packaging and brands.
Responsibilities
* Actively support Brand Innovation and Renovation plans.
* Manage multiple projects from inception to completion, liaising with suppliers and key internal stakeholders.
* Lead negotiations with suppliers on innovation and renovation projects, covering cost breakdown, raw materials, packaging, transport, lead times, and payment terms.
* Select suppliers for tenders in conjunction with the Category Buyer and secure the required resources and capacity to deliver projects.
* Develop reports and statistics, including project trackers, and ensure timely, clear communication with suppliers and internal customers.
* Maintain and follow Central Sourcing processes and ensure up-to-date information on the supplier database (pricing, details, contacts) using SAP or Excel.
Required skills, experience & qualifications
The successful Project Buyer will have proven buying and supplier management experience within an FMCG industry (retail or manufacturing).
You will have the ability to manage multiple projects across categories, liaising with a wide range of suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will be tenacious, driven and have excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and drive projects from concept to launch.
Prince2 Project Management qualification or similar (preferred). CIPS courses (desirable)
Pay range and compensation package
c. £48,000 - £53,000 (DOE)
Hybrid 2-3 days in the office.
Benefits include: 12.5% bonus, pension with life assurance & private medical.