Fresh Produce Buyer

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom MorePeople Full time

Job Title: Category Procurement Specialist

Location: Remote

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Working Pattern: Full-time

We are seeking a talented Category Procurement Specialist to join our team at MorePeople, a market-leader in the Fresh Produce sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional to take their career to the next level and join a dynamic team.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the procurement of designated product portfolios in the UK, developing and maintaining profitable relationships with suppliers, and providing timely supply updates to the commercial sales team.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop, agree, and implement procurement plans, according to company buying policies
  • Accountable for the delivery of targeted margins and volume as described in the annual budget
  • Strive to improve trading profit while reducing operating costs, specifically targeting a 100% recovery of losses from suppliers
  • Responsible for accurate and timely administration, including:
    • Preparation of weekly business unit profitability and margin projections
    • Identification and management of shortages/over supply
    • Use and maintenance of NAV system
    • Order and arrival of products in a timely and well-communicated manner
    • Timely completion of supplier claims
    • Timely placing of supplier programmes
  • Ensure regular communication with suppliers to review and monitor progress, adjust plans to strengthen KPI performance
  • Delivery of supplier development plans, including completion of supplier visits as appropriate
  • Plus many more

Key Criteria:

  • 3+ years of procurement experience or 5+ years of Fresh Produce experience in a technical or data-focussed role
  • Able to manipulate data from the system/draw conclusions from the data and take actions
  • Commercial awareness of major FMCG operations
  • Spanish speaking is an advantage but not essential

If you feel you meet the above criteria and would like to discuss the role further, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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