Job Title: Part Time Buyer
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: Competitive.
Job type: Part Time – Between Monday-Friday. Exact hours to be confirmed.
About Us:
Gosh! is on a plant-fuelled mission to tickle the taste buds of the nation, with our delicious bites, burgers and sausages. We celebrate the flavours that Mother Nature has given us and make all products using natural ingredients only (no additives, no preservatives, no chemicals at all!). Our products are all vegan friendly and free-from allergens, but above all great tasting. We’re an ambitious bunch and our brand purpose is to revolutionise the way the world thinks of plant-based food. We’re determined to get everyone, from vegans to meat lovers, to enjoy Gosh!
We are a rapidly expanding business in one of the most dynamic and fastest growing categories within FMCG. We have a down to earth and entrepreneurial ethos, where we are given the freedom to shape the future of the business. As a result of this growth, we are now seeking a talented individual to fill this newly generated role.
Being a relatively small team still, we are willing to get our hands dirty to achieve our goals. Attributes that we hold in high regard are an ability to get things done quickly, work well as part of a team and fit in with our friendly and supportive culture.
Role/Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Head of Operations, this is a newly created position which has been developed to support the ongoing growth, and success, of the business.
The Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of all raw materials and utilities for the business, in addition to implementing and delivering procurement strategies across key spend areas.
The candidate will ensure the business operates total cost effective purchasing, while still meeting the business quality standards. They will drive synergies and look for opportunities to leverage costs across multiple suppliers, and in doing so conduct supplier rationalisation.
The candidate will be responsible for negotiation, drafting and administration of purchasing contracts, including payment terms, transportation and other terms and conditions to the benefit of the company.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for management, performance and selection of suppliers.
- Conduct effective risk mitigation.
- Responsible for effective management and procurement of raw materials.
- Monitor & review supplier performance, and identify & implement improvements.
- Identify key cost saving opportunities to deliver positive Product Price Variances.
- Negotiation, drafting and administration of purchasing contracts to offer optimum savings to the business.
- Monitor market developments and competitor activity to drive effecting sourcing and price points.
- Forecast requirements and order products to meet sales/planning demand.
- Support the NPD process to identify new product demands, schedules and procurement needs.
- Reconcile discrepancies with the supplier and finance department.
- Offer support to all areas of the business as and when required.
- Some UK and European travel may be required.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Previous buying experience within food manufacturing.
- Strong successful negotiation skills.
- Experience of drafting contracts and T&Cs.
- Excellent organisation and administrative skills.
- Relationship management skills.
- Good analytical ability, with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and resourceful.
- Results driven.
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing Officer, Supply Chain Officer, Project Sourcing Manager, Inventory Administrator, Stock Control Assistant, Warehouse Management, Materials Planner, Stock Controller, Warehouse Coordinator, Inventory Management, Stock Movement Coordinator, Good Inwards, Good Outwards, Inventory Controller, and Inventory Coordinator may also be considered for this role.
