Main characteristics
- Location
- Andover, Hampshire
- Company
- Butler Ross
- Salary
- £28000 - £31000/annum
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Purchasing / Procurement
Job summary
A well established, highly successful FMCG organisation are looking for a permanent Junior Buyer to join their team in Andover, offering a salary of up to £31,000. They are looking for someone to join their fast-paced environment who shares their passion for food produced and sold in an organic and ethical way.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that is passionate about sourcing and delivering a range of top quality, ethical and sustainable products.
Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within an FMCG environment, at junior buyer or buyer and be keen to progress in their career.
Role responsibilities of the Junior Buyer include:
Collaboratively working with suppliers and negotiating prices
Building and maintaining supplier relationships
Reviewing relevant market and competitor insights to shape category plans and strategy
Participation in overall fresh produce crop planning process
Maximising availability and minimising wastage
Person Specification of the Junior Buyer:
Previous buying or procurement experience
Numerate with a good commercial awareness
Strong organisational and time management skills
Keen attention to detail
Excellent communication across all departments
Computer literate, particularly in MS Office and Excel
Salary
Up to £31k
This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a junior buyer, buyer, supply chain planner, senior buyer, procurement officer, purchasing assistant, purchasing specialist, or purchasing graduate