Senior Buyer – Premium Wine & Spirits – Remote (travel to London required)Up to £50,000 plus annual bonus My client is one of the leading Premium Wine & Spirit suppliers in the UK. This company has a fantastic portfolio and a large distribution radius across the country. The business works with a large number of recognizable brands and has fantastic relationships across the procurement sector.As Senior Buyer, you will take ownership of the Spirits, Beer, Softs & Champagne categories, managing supplier relationships, sourcing new brands, and optimising the product portfolio. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will drive commercial success through strategic procurement, negotiation, and category management.Only applicants with Spirits buying experience included will be considered for this role. Company Benefits:
Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance & pension schemeOpportunities for professional development and career progression.The chance to work with Premium and Award winning brands!
The Senior Buyer Key Responsibilities include:
Category Management – Develop and execute a strategic buying plan for spirits, beer, soft drinks, and champagne, ensuring a market-leading portfolio.Supplier & Brand Management – Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating best-in-class pricing, terms, and exclusivity deals.Market & Trend Analysis – Stay ahead of industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activity to identify new opportunities and drive innovation.Profitability & Performance – Drive category profitability through cost management, margin optimisation, and promotional planning.Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure a cohesive commercial strategy.New Product Development – Identify and introduce new brands and exclusive products, enhancing the company’s premium positioning.Stock & Supply Chain Management – Ensure optimal stock levels, forecasting demand, and working with suppliers to maintain seamless supply
The Ideal Senior Buyer:
Drinks FMCG Experience – Proven experience managing spirit brands and portfolios within the drinks industry is essential (including Campari, Disaronno and William Grant)Commercial Acumen – Strong negotiation and buying experience, with a deep understanding of category strategy and pricing structures.Industry Knowledge – Passionate about the spirits, beer, and champagne sector, with a sharp eye for emerging trends.Analytical & Strategic Thinking – Ability to analyse sales data and market insights to inform commercial decisions.Relationship Management – A skilled communicator who can build strong supplier and stakeholder partnerships.Results-Driven – A track record of delivering commercial growth, securing top-tier brands, and driving category success.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
Senior Buyer
Rochester | Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm (40hpw) | £45,000 - £50,000pa
KHR is partnering with a distinguished manufacturer who is on the hunt for a highly skilled Senior Buyer based from their modern site in Rochester.
Position Overview
As the Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from demand planning and inventory management to supplier management and risk mitigation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, production, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment and effective coordination across the organisation. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement initiatives and optimising supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain the highest standards of quality.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the purchase of raw materials and packaging for the business
- Implement purchasing strategies, manage a purchasing team, and ensure the organisation secures cost-effective procurement deals
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to forecast product demand and create accurate demand plans
- Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimise stock levels while minimising carrying costs
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of raw materials
- Oversee the procurement process, including sourcing, purchasing, and ensuring timely delivery of materials
- Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, such as supply disruptions, quality issues, and regulatory compliance
- Continuously evaluate and improve supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimise performance
- Utilise supply chain analytics and reporting tools to gather and analyse data, generate insights, and support data-driven decision-making
- Support the business in achieving right first time (RFT), continuous improvement, and minimising wastage and downtime
Candidate Profile
- 4+ years of procurement/purchasing experience
- Manufacturing, Engineering or FMCG background
- Solid team leadership experience
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Experience in sourcing materials and/or packaging within the UK and internationally
- Understanding of inventory management, specifications, Certificates of Analysis, and supply chain risk management
Benefits
- Company events and activities
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Referral programme
- x1.5 overtime rate
- 20 days holiday + bank holidays (+ an extra day for each year of service, capped at 1 week)
- Service rewards
- Private healthcare
- Annual salary reviews
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Employer Description:
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer I/II/Senior is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying. This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management. To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.
Supervision Responsibility:
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives
Design and implement scalable sourcing plans
Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements
Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch
Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction
Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis
Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs
Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing
Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements
Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production
Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results
Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance
Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner
Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field required
Purchasing Certification is preferred
Previous project management experience preferred
Technical knowledge of HVAC parts and equipment preferred
Strategic Sourcing Buyer
I
Strategic Sourcing Buyer I is the first-level classification in the Strategic Sourcing Buyer series and is intended for individuals with a minimum of 2-5 years related work experience. As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments will become more varied and difficult; supervision becomes more general rather than direct.
This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within 6 (six) months of hire:
Lead sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/RFP) for defined categories
Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) and should-cost analyses
Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements
Identify and onboard new suppliers
Moderate autonomy; resolving and escalating complex issues to senior staffThe Strategic Sourcing Buyer I receives close instruction or assistance and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the department.
Employment Standards
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSA's) required.
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
Skilled in managing vendors while focusing on quality and cost elimination
Skilled in public speaking, presenting, and leading meetings.
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to travel up to 10% domestically, 5% internationally.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and bridge communication between suppliers, engineering, and stakeholders
Ability to negotiate.
Ability to pivot as projects or new product requirements change.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Hiring Range:
Between $86,000 - $97,000/annually - position is incentive eligible.
Benefits:
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations:
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening
Accepting applications through August 31, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as received and on-going interviews will be conducted as necessary.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
We are thrilled to partner with a leading Defence company to offer an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join their Purchasing team on a 6 Month FTC. In this role, you will be key to executing the supply chain strategy and cultivating strong, risk-mitigated supply partnerships to ensure the effective delivery of high-quality products and services, while minimizing ownership costs.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement & Supply Chain Management:
- Oversee procurement operations for an engineering-focused supplier portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Cultivate and strengthen supplier relationships, exploring opportunities to add greater value and enhance the performance of a dynamic, agile supply chain.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement in all procurement processes and supplier interactions.
- Lead business reviews, assessing supplier performance and setting objectives for improvement to meet business goals.
- Regularly assess risks and conduct supplier audits, ensuring ongoing alignment of supplier investments with company strategies.
- Apply problem-solving techniques to drive meaningful improvements in supplier performance, addressing issues at their core.
- Identify and source new suppliers capable of meeting complex specifications and commercial expectations.
- Support the introduction of new parts and adapt the supply chain to accommodate evolving needs and requirements.
- Prepare and issue RFIs and RFQs, providing comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and ROI recommendations.
- Manage changes in supplier relationships, including onboarding, disengagement, and change management throughout the contract duration.
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
- Strong analytical abilities, with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced IT skills.
- Experience in technical procurement, including engineering and machined parts, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Desirable:
- Experience working within integrated project management teams.
- Experience in forming and structuring contracts.
- CIPS Level 4 or above qualification.
Personal Attributes:
- Demonstrates the company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
- A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, able to engage with cross-functional teams.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proactive and results-driven, capable of planning, executing, and monitoring procurement activities to achieve supply chain goals.
- Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure, multitask, and meet demanding deadlines.
Work Life Balance:
- 37.5-hour working week.
- Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
- 28 days annual leave, with Christmas closure.
- Holiday purchasing scheme.....Read more...
