The Role

This is a full time, permanent role offering flexible and hybrid working. Daily duties are as follows:
*Lead the full tender cycle, including all contract and pricing negotiations
*Deliver best value and strong commercial returns
*Manage day-to-day relationships with major suppliers
*Negotiate national deals with leading UK brands to drive member value.
*Review and refine all contracts to maximise value
*Develop and improve project systems and processes in collaboration with colleagues.
*Track market trends, category performance and product innovation.
*Manage budgets and income projections across the category.
*Provide commercial insight and support to students’ unions, improving performance and compliance.


The Organisation

Nigel Wright are thrilled to be representing a growing organisation in their search for a Senior Buyer to join their team.

About You

The successful Senior Buyer will be/ have:

• Significant buying or commercial negotiation experience — ideally in food & beverages
• Strong experience managing supplier negotiations and tender processes.
• A track record of delivering commercial results and category growth.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent organisational ability, attention to detail and the energy to juggle multiple projects.
• A values driven approach, aligned to ethical sourcing and inclusive practice.

What’s in it for you?

The Senior Buyer position offers:
*A competitive salary
*35-hour week
*Hybrid/flexible working
*An opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking team with real social impact
*Generous holiday entitlement
*Enhanced sick, maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay
*Great pension contribution