Senior Indirect Buyer — Hybrid UK Role, Growth

Valeo Foods Group; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for the Indirect category. This hybrid role requires accountability for managing multiple suppliers across 8 production sites. You will negotiate terms, analyze market trends, and ensure competitive advantages, supported by a history of impactful procurement practices. Strong commercial acumen and supplier relationship management are essential. Attractive benefits include career advancement opportunities and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Excellent Career Opportunities

Matched pension scheme up to 10%

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing indirect spend categories.
• 5+ years of experience within a Procurement Function.
• Proven ability to run and complete RFQ's and tenders.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate commercial terms and contractual arrangements.
• Analyse market forces and trends influencing the organisation.
• Support the Procurement Manager in evaluating category expenditure.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Supplier relationship management

Creative problem-solving

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for the Indirect category. This hybrid role requires accountability for managing multiple suppliers across 8 production sites. You will negotiate terms, analyze market trends, and ensure competitive advantages, supported by a history of impactful procurement practices. Strong commercial acumen and supplier relationship management are essential. Attractive benefits include career advancement opportunities and a pension scheme.