Category Buyer

3 days ago


Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Allstaff Full time

Job DescriptionWe have an exciting opportunity for a Category Buyer based in Newport Pagnell for one of our clients on a Full Time Permanent basis.Summary of the Category Buyer roleSalary: £45-50kLocation: Newport PagnellType of Contract: Permanent, Full-timeHours: 37.5 hours, 830am - 5pm, hybrid 3 days in office, 2 days from homeResponsibilities of the Category Buyer * Manage a portfolio of categories, products & suppliers to maximise profit * Product sourcing from local and international suppliers * Monitor market trends analysis to ensure product ranges are competitive * Cost price negotiation * Product specification creation and management through the internal QA process * Supplier relationship management, creating quotes and visiting factories * Accountable for new product development with factoriesRequirements for a successful Category Buyer * Knowledge of the Away from Home Market preferred but proven buying experience from overseas is essential * Experience of buying packaging (especially in the food industry), cleaning materials, disposables or consumables essential - from overseas * Strong negotiation skills and self motivated * Understanding of production processes and costing models to ensure best cost solutions * Attention to detail and flexible work ethos * CIPS preferredAbout Allstaff RecruitmentWe’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors.Check out our jobs page for our latest vacancies in your area and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.**Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we can’t respond to everyone directly. If you don’t hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time


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