Full job descriptionQuest Search & Selection is hiring a Procurement Buyer within Drinks. This role is to drive agreed COGS reductions and boost supplier service levels + availability. We’re looking for someone who can seamlessly manage both strategic projects and day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment.
This business is a leading B2B supplier & retailer here you will be part of a large international organisation with a highly influential marketing power with sustainable and progressive financial results.
Role & Responsibilities of this Procurement Buyer- Drinks role:
*Develop and execute the sourcing strategy for designated categories, assessing both current and potential products, suppliers, and supply chains.
*Maintain a strong understanding of cost drivers and overall market dynamics, including competitor activity and commodity trends.
*Lead negotiations on cost price increases, ensuring timely communication and keeping all stakeholders informed throughout the process.
*Create and manage plans to reduce cost of goods sold across the existing range.
*Partner closely with suppliers to identify cost of goods reductions and range development opportunities.
*Ensure a resilient and sustainable supply base by conducting SWOT analyses and implementing action plans to strengthen supplier performance, mitigate risks, and capitalise on opportunities.
*Source and onboard new suppliers who can offer improved commercial value or support new product and category development.
*Collaborate with category team and suppliers, to identify and drive volume opportunities that support improved buying outcomes
Qualification Required for this Procurement Buyer- Drinks role:
*Ideally having experience in own-label buying, purchasing, procurement & supplier management
*That you would at an Buyer, Senior or management level.
*Have extensive experience within cost optimisation, and performance improvement
*Minimum of 3-5 years + years’ buying experience in a retail or wholesale environment.
*Proven track record in managing cost of goods within own-label categories.
*Hands-on experience with production and supply chain operations,
*Demonstrable experience running tenders that deliver financial and business benefits.
*Excellent negotiation skills, with multiple examples of employing different tactics and approaches to achieve successful outcomes.
*Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Benefits of this Procurement Buyer- Drinks role:
*Hybrid working - 2-3 days WIO
*Annual leave
*Free on-site gym
*Free car parking
*Private healthcare
*Competitive pension scheme
*Learning & Development opportunities
If the Procurement Buyer- Drinks role sounds like you and keen to be considered, please apply today to JO-2511-115316
We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.
Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.