Packaging & Ingredients Buyer

Packaging & Ingredients BuyerFull time |40hrsp.w.| Mon Fri |BasedinBuxton,Derbyshire(SK17 9RZ)Bradburysis a leading UK food business that provides quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice customer base. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140-year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands.Role detail: Packaging & Ingredients BuyerWe are recruiting for an enthusiastic Packaging & Ingredients Buyer to join our Procurement Team, specialising in the procurement of packaging and ingredients. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, detail-focused buyer with a genuine interest in successful procurement practices, strong communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive supplier relationships. The ideal buyer has at least 3 years relevant packaging/ingredients buying experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, using initiative, common sense, and a positive attitude to support the team and contribute to the continued success of the business.SummaryWork authorisation: Existing UK work authorisationisrequired/Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this roleType: Full-Time, 40 hours per weekPattern: Monday FridayLocation: Buxton(SK17 9RZ). Reliably commute or plan torelocatebefore starting work (required)Startdate & Deadline: Apply early, as this vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is foundExperience: +3 years relevant ingredient/ packaging buying experience.Education: Min GCSE + Relevant Tertiary (E.g. CIPS level 4 Diploma, a Business/ Supply Chain Degree etc would be advantageous).Benefits:Competitive salary33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)Company pensionCycle to work schemeDiscountedGym membershipStore discountsFull EAP systemCompany staff shopFree on-site parkingThe Role:Reporting to the Sourcing Director the aim of the role is to work towards managing the procurement process and strategy for all packaging and materials, minimising spends without compromising quality, reputation or Bradburys service to their customers.Responsibilities to ultimately include (but not limited to):Manage relationships with all packaging suppliers ensuring regular reviews and visits to ensure security of supply and further opportunitiesContinuously monitor and negotiate pricing of supplied packaging and materialsResponsibility of all sourcing in your category working with the NPD and Packaging Manager and ensuring first price is competitive and all technical requirements are adhered to.Ensure effective communication internally of any price change, price variance and the impact to P&L, customers etcSupporting the Technical team on non-conformances and ensure they get resolved and completed in a timely manner recovery/claims management.Liaise with the Supply Chain Team and monitor supplier performance on key factors such as delivery and quality.Regular and thorough analysis of packaging and materials category and portfolio of suppliers highlighting opportunities and mitigation options to the businessWork with the NPD Manager to research and engage around potential new packaging ideas and suppliersAdhere to responsible sourcingSkills & Competencies:Ideally some experience within Procurement with a track record of building supplier relationshipsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present confidently and persuasively.Confidently moving towards strong negotiating skillsOrganised with great time management skills to handle multiple suppliers effectivelyCommon sense approachSelf-motivationTeam workingFlexible and adaptable working practicesProblem solving abilityProactive can do attitudeIT Skills Excel, PowerPoint, WordWith certain roles, due to applicant volumes, we are only able to communicate with successfully shortlisted candidates. If we have not communicated with within 2 weeks please consider your application as unsuccessful.TPBN1_UKTJ