Commercial Buyer
2 months ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Procurement Executive to join our Operations team at Huel. As a key member of our procurement team, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing a procurement strategy that drives business growth and improves our product range.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a procurement strategy that aligns with our business objectives and takes our ingredient portfolio to the next level.
- Cross-functional collaboration with our NPD and technical teams to understand their material requirements and ensure we have the best products.
- Supplier relationship management to build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and establish new ones.
- Monitor supplier technical, ethical, and sustainability standards to ensure we meet our high standards.
- Cost negotiation to secure the best prices for our business.
- Work closely with our Materials Planning Team to ensure we have the right materials in place.
- Mentor and coach other members of the procurement team to support their development.
- Lead on procurement projects to drive business growth and improve our product range.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a bright and experienced procurement professional with at least 3-4 years of experience in a procurement or senior buying position. Experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment is an added bonus. You will be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
We offer a high-performance culture that is balanced with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits. Our benefits include:
- Flexible Fridays - we try to finish our work by 1pm on a Friday.
- 30 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays.
- Flexible working - including up to 2 days per week at home.
- Free Huel to keep you going.
- 2 weeks a year to work remotely from anywhere - one week in the Summer and one week at Christmas.
- Dog friendly - we love our furry friends.
- Paid Volunteering Days.
- Free on-site gym with free classes and a nutrition plan.
- Free 1-on-1 therapy provided by Self-Space.
- Private Medical and Health insurance for you and your loved ones, including free life insurance covering up to 4x your salary.
- Electric Car Scheme with onsite charging.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Enhanced Family Leave.
- Workplace Nursery Scheme.
- Huel Academy.
- Quarterly events to celebrate success - we love to celebrate our wins.