Food Sourcing Specialist

7 days ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom apetito Full time

As a Food Sourcing Specialist at apetito, you will be responsible for sourcing high-quality ingredients and materials to ensure the highest quality products. Our company is the UK's leading food supplier to the health and social care sectors, serving over 1,300 care homes, healthcare settings, and educational institutions. We offer a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per year, along with 25 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays. Additionally, we provide a pension scheme with employer-matched contributions up to 4% and a life assurance scheme worth at least 1x annual salary.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leverage your passion for food to source high-quality ingredients and stay informed about the latest culinary trends and innovation.
  • Support the sustainability objectives of the business in the purchase of ingredients and packaging.
  • Assist in identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers to deliver food and process innovation.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance, generating reports as needed.
Requirements:
  • Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and good computer literacy knowledge.
  • Strong analytical skills, able to interpret data confidently.
  • A valid UK driving license and previous experience in a food-related role are desirable.


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