Procurement Buyer – FMCG

2 weeks ago

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Quest Search and Selection Full time £45,000 - £70,000 per year

Quest Search & Selection is hiring a Procurement Buyer within FMCG. 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 – FMCG 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 – FMCG 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 – FMCG role:

  1. Hybrid working – 2 days WIO
  2. 25 days of paid annual leave plus bank holidays
  3. Free on-site gym
  4. Free car parking
  5. Private healthcare
  6. Competitive pension scheme
  7. Learning & Development opportunities

If the Procurement Buyer – FMCG role sounds like you and keen to be considered, please apply today to JO

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