Job Title: Buyer - PackagingLocation: LincolnshireSetup: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-siteJob Type: PermBenefits: £30,000 to £40,000 pa + 10% bonusBrand new position due to growth!Company Overview:A renowned food company known for its innovative and premium offerings, this brand is celebrated for its commitment to quality and craftsmanship. With a strong focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing, it continues to grow its loyal customer base both locally and internationally.Role Purpose:In this role, you will lead and support procurement activities in the packaging category. Driving cost savings, supplier innovation, and sustainability initiatives. This role involves developing category strategies, optimising growth, relations, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, cost-effectiveness, and environmental compliance, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.Key Responsibilities:* Category Buying: Support packaging activities, develop category strategies, and analyze suppliers, markets, and supply chains to meet business needs.* Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong supplier partnerships, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with ethical, environmental, and regulatory standards.* Inventory Control: Manage inventory and surplus stock, collaborating with stakeholders to align category strategies.* Cost Optimisation: Deliver cost-reduction strategies, achieve procurement targets, and report on PPV with corrective actions.Requirements:* Strong category Packaging buying and supplier relationship management experience (essential)* Strong drive to deliver results and build relations at all levels (essential)* Background from FMCG or Food (ideally)How to Apply:Please send your CV to or contact me on LinkedIn.
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Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 3 days
Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN4 4BU, England
£30,000 - £36,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Buyer - Packaging position is a permanent hybrid role based in Lincolnshire, requiring three days a week on-site work.
- The salary for this role ranges from £30,000 to £40,000 per annum, with an additional 10% bonus.
- Candidates should have strong experience in category packaging buying and supplier relationship management, ideally within the FMCG or food sectors.
- The role involves leading procurement activities, driving cost savings, and ensuring compliance with sustainability and ethical standards.
- This is a new position created due to the company's growth and commitment to innovation and quality in their food offerings.
