Buyer - FMCG Specialist
4 weeks ago
Quest Search and Selection is partnering with a leading specialist food brand in the UK and Europe to find a talented Buyer - FMCG Specialist. This exciting opportunity will see you take care of a portfolio of finished product categories, driving growth and profitability for the business.
Main Responsibilities:- Develop and execute buying strategies for product portfolios, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Monitor supplier performance, ensuring they can support business growth and meet customer demands.
- Negotiate prices and productivity plans with suppliers, driving value for the business.
- Ensure compliance with new suppliers, verifying necessary reports and documentation are in place.
- Manage exclusivity agreements, tenders, and contracts, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, ensuring clarity in decision-making and follow-up.
- Stay informed on category trends, market dynamics, product innovations, and competitor activities, making informed decisions.
- Manage pricing and promotions, including sheets, GPCs, and supplier master data, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
- 2-3+ years of experience in retail food or FMCG, ideally in a Buyer, Category Buyer/Manager, Junior Buyer, or Trading Manager role.
- Exceptional negotiation and supplier experience, with a proven track record of driving value for the business.
- Experience with developing and maintaining positive supplier relationships, ensuring long-term partnerships.
- Proficiency in using SAP or Excel, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
- Flexibility for business travel, with occasional EU travel required.
- Bonus potential up to 10-12%.
- A B-Corp certified business, prioritizing sustainability, people, and the environment alongside profits.
- Hybrid working (2 days WIO).
- Pension and private healthcare.
- 25 days holiday + public holiday.
- Free car parking.
This is a great international business with opportunities for growth and development, and we're excited to have you join our team as a Buyer - FMCG Specialist.
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