Buyer (Ambient) – Reputable Foodservice Business - South West - £40K + Benefits 

My client is a well-established Foodservice business who has a fantastic reputation for their top-quality products and level of service which they provide to a number of different sectors.

They are currently seeking a Buyer to join their team.

The successful Buyer will be responsible for all Ambient categories, by implementing procurement strategies, managing supply base, negotiating the best deals and seeking opportunities to increase and improve the categories.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Buyer to join a brilliant business who can offer an enjoyable working environment and genuine progression opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

• Source and procure ambient products aligned with company strategy and customer demand.
• Build strong relationships with existing and new suppliers to ensure best pricing, quality, and availability.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize profitability.
• Monitor market trends, seasonal availability, and pricing fluctuations.
• Work with technical and QA teams to ensure all products meet food safety and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to support category promotions and launches.
• Analyse sales data and stock levels to ensure effective inventory management.

The Ideal Buyer Candidate:

• Proven buying experience in the ambient goods sector, ideally within foodservice or wholesale.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of product quality, shelf life, and supply chain logistics.
• Commercially astute, data-driven, and target-focused.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Passionate about food and current industry trends.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com