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Buyer (Food)

£55k - £65k per annum
Full-time

Buyer (Food)
55,000- 65,000 + Remote Working + Monday-Friday + Progression
Remote (Office Visit Once per Month - Bournemouth)

Are you a Buyer from the food industry looking for an autonomous role with strong earning potential within a leading wholesaler offering a technical remote role?

With over 30 years of experience, this company has become a trusted supplier within the fast-food and retail industries, providing high-quality food products to the biggest names in the retail industry. As the business continues to grow, they are now looking to expand their buying team.

In this role, you will take ownership of sourcing and purchasing raw food products, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating the best possible pricing and terms to maximise margins. while also benefiting from a commission structure that rewards your impact on cost savings and profitability.

This role would suit a Buyer with food industry experience looking for a rewarding, autonomous position within a well-established and growing business.

The role

  • Source and purchase raw food products
  • Build and manage supplier relationships
  • Work towards cost-saving and performance KPIs
  • 40hr week/ Monday - Friday

The Person

  • Buyer or similar
  • Fresh food purchasing experience
  • Able to travel to Bournemouth once per month

Reference number: BBH25075AC

Buyer, Procurement, FMCG, Food Industry, Remote, Advanced Excel, Purchasing Specialist, Hybrid, South England

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Vacancy posted 10 days ago
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