Buyer - Food

2 weeks ago


Leeds UK, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom Rise Resourcing Full time

Buyer - Own Label Food


This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join a leading retailer based in West Yorkshire to play a key role in their food commercial team.


You will be responsible for delivering a commercially focused product ranges that meet both company and team targets, while maintaining a strategic business focus to ensure continued growth in the categories


Building & maintaining strong relationships with large branded FMCG suppliers

Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices

Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines

Review levels of own brand stock & ensure adequate levels are available and minimise risk

Presenting reports, figures, and trend information to the Senior Management team

Dealing and resolving escalated supplier queries

Analyse market trends and competitor activity


Key requirements for this position.


Proven experience as a Buyer within a fast paced, FMCG environment preferably within grocery / confectionery / snacking.

Ideal candidate will have experience developing Own Label food and experience with international sourcing.

Ability to influence and negotiate effectively

Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing FMCG market.

Good level of education, degree is preferable

Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels

Good working knowledge of budgets and managing conflicting projects

Excellent understanding of all MS Office products including advanced Excel


If you think you have the right experience and want to be given the opportunity to develop your career, then get in touch and apply today


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