About Innocent
Here at Innocent, we’re on a mission to make it easier for everyone to get more fruit and veg into their bodies. We started in 1999 and have grown from selling a few smoothies at a music festival to becoming one of Europe’s biggest drinks companies with around 1,000 people and the B Corp seal of approval.
Role Overview
Our Direct Procurement team plays a big role in keeping Innocent flowing, making sure we’ve got the right packaging at the right time from the right partners. We’re looking for a Senior Packaging Buyer to help us do just that, while also shaping what our packaging future looks like. From managing key supplier relationships to driving cost and resilience, this role sits at the heart of how we deliver our drinks sustainably and at scale.
Responsibilities
- own key packaging categories, including supplier relationships, contracts, and annual spend
- negotiating with suppliers to deliver cost savings while maintaining quality and supply
- ensure the right capacity is always in place to meet demand
- lead resilience projects to protect the supply chain and reduce risk
- work closely with Packaging Development and Sustainability teams on innovation and long‑term plans
- run tenders and support strategic sourcing decisions
- track and forecast commodity and budget performance
- influence stakeholders across the business to land the best outcomes
What You’ll Need
- experience in procurement and contract management, with a strong understanding of related processes
- experience buying packaging or similar categories
- strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
- a clear, logical approach to problem‑solving, and the ability to turn ambiguity into action
- strong commercial acumen, balancing short‑ and long‑term thinking
- the drive to improve how things are done and make a positive impact
What You’ll Get
- hands‑on exposure to how our products are made and the suppliers behind them
- ownership of packaging categories and the chance to shape how they evolve
- the opportunity to lead tenders and resilience programmes that have real business impact
- experience working cross‑functionally with teams like Sustainability and Innovation
- the chance to influence our long‑term packaging strategy and supplier network
- accountability for your budget, including forecasting and tracking performance
Company Culture & Benefits
We want Innocent to be a great place to work, providing a solid rewards package that includes a competitive salary, private healthcare, a target‑based bonus, a day off on your birthday, and free smoothies. We value diversity and aim to create an inclusive environment for people from all backgrounds to thrive.
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