Introduction – Procurement Buyer
We are looking for a Procurement Buyer to support a large-scale operation that supplies leading retailers and food service brands. This role plays a key part in driving value and efficiency across indirect procurement.
Role Overview
- Location: Birmingham
- Hours: Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home) - Monday to Friday, 9-5 with flexibility to manage your own schedule
- Package: Up to GBP45,000 pa DOE + Car allowance
- Industry: Food Manufacturing / Procurement
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting procurement activity across indirect categories including IT, HR, and factory services
- Assisting in the preparation and delivery of tenders, RFIs, and RFQs
- Building and managing supplier relationships, including sourcing new partners
- Supporting negotiations to drive cost savings and value
- Helping implement supplier agreements and category strategies
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement objectives are met
Main Skills Needed
- Previous experience in procurement (buyer, coordinator, assistant or similar)
- Exposure to supplier management, negotiations, and tender processes
- Understanding of indirect procurement categories (or transferable direct procurement experience)
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders and suppliers
- Ambition to develop within a fast-paced, commercial environment
- MCIPS qualification (or working towards) is advantageous but not essential
What’s in It for You
- Clear progression opportunities within a large, well-established business
- Exposure to high-profile procurement projects
- Hybrid working with a collaborative team environment (3 days on-site)
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- Employee support programmes and wellbeing resources
- Retail and restaurant discounts, plus additional lifestyle benefits
- Cycle to work scheme and referral incentives
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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