Buyer - Fmcg

Buyer - FMCG
South Birmingham
£34,000 - £38,000 dep on experience + excellent benefits
Mon - Fri 08.30 - 5.30 - 40 hours
Due to growth, a very successful, independent, family orientated FMCG retailer, with over 300 stores are seeking a Buyer to join their Procurement Team in the Head Office in Birmingham. It's a fast paced environment where you will be given guidance and training and be ultimately responsible for managing your own categories.
The Buying role will involve:
*Developing and maintaining good relationships with suppliers, ranging from global FMCG brands to small family run businesses.
*Negotiating and agreeing prices and trading terms, placing orders in line with demand.
*Creating a balanced commercial plan based around growth and reviewing ranges.
The ideal person will have:
*Previous experience of working as a Buyer in a Purchasing or Buying environment - within FMCG
*Commercial and market awareness and the desire to further develop knowledge and skills
*Excellent communication skills at all levels and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
*Ability to work at a fast pace and further your Buying career within in a dynamic and evolving environment
Please get in touch ASAP if you have worked as a Buyer within a procurement team and have the relevant experience. If you are seeking an opportunity for the long term, with a family run business, with fabulous values and culture we will be delighted to hear from you.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We will assess your application against the essential criteria for the role. We aim to let you know within 48-hours if your application is to be progressed.
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