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Buyer / Assistant Buyer

  • Location: Halesworth
  • Salary: £24000 - £30000 per annum, Benefits: monthy staff rewards, 25 days hols, pension, free parking
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Logistics
  • Contact: Helen Pitcher
  • Contact Email: h.pitcher@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 03303 352510
  • Job Ref: SF53456
Are you looking to work for a company who are on a continuous journey of growth and development?  Are you an experienced Buyer who is looking for more than a transactional purchasing role? Then this role could be the opportunity you are looking for…

In these uncertain times, one thing that is for certain is that this company are continuing to expand and evolve within their ever demanding and changing industry.  They work with exclusive brands and partner in developing bespoke products from concept to shelf.  As a Buyer you will be involved in nurturing supplier relationships, investigating quality issues, making an impact on cost reduction and effectiveness of the supply chain throughout the company and above all else, working with a fantastic team!

Responsibilities will include;
  • Manage and review pricing negotiation strategies
  • Working autonomously with Senior Level Stakeholders, influencing at executive level
  • Create strategic partnerships
  • Hold regular reviews with suppliers and develop a supplier performance plan
Ideally you will have experience of sourcing raw ingredients or similar and be used to dealing with a versatile portfolio.  CIPS qualification would be hugely advantageous. 

  • SALARY: will be dep on skills and exp for less experience £25k+, higher for more experienced
  • HRS: Mon-Fri 8am – 5pm (flexi time). 
  • Monthly on site staff rewards & recognition prizes

In addition, you will have the opportunity to work for a forward thinking, ever evolving company who pride themselves on innovation, supplier relationships and people investment and unique high quality products.

For more information, contact Helen Pitcher at Select: Specialist Procurement Recruitment for Norfolk