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Senior Buyer

i2i Recruitment Consultancy
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL2 4PH, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Senior Buyer position offers an exciting opportunity to enhance procurement and supplier management processes in a growing company.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in procurement, preferably within the FMCG or distribution sectors, and a CIPS qualification is desirable.
  • The role includes responsibilities such as sourcing goods, maintaining supplier data in the ERP system, and conducting supplier performance evaluations.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, though not specified in the job description, and experience in procurement is essential.
  • The company promotes a supportive work environment with training programs and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Senior BuyerThis is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a growing company, driving procurement and supplier management processes that directly impact operational success. This role is ideal for an experienced buyer from an FMCG or distribution background looking to take on greater responsibility and drive meaningful improvements in the business.

Responsibilities:

  • Source goods and services, ensuring the best value, quality, and timely delivery to meet business needs.
  • Maintain accurate supplier and product data within the ERP system (OrderWise) and manage supplier relationships for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Identify new suppliers and support new product introductions, conducting regular supplier reviews and performance evaluations.
  • Oversee stock replenishment, inventory management, and stock audits to maintain accurate product locations and reduce obsolete inventory.
  • Collaborate with teams across Customer Service, Accounts, Warehouse, and Production to ensure smooth procurement operations and provide order progress updates to Sales.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline operations, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in procurement, preferably within an FMCG or distribution environment.
  • CIPS qualification is desirable, but not essential.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and stock control processes.
  • Proficiency in Office 365 and MS Outlook.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits:

  • Access to training programs and career advancement opportunities to support continuous learning and growth.
  • Supportive work environment promoting employee health and work-life balance.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a welcoming workplace for all employees.

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Jade for further details.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.