Buyer (Dairy) - Fast-Growing Food & Drinks Manufacturer

London Permanent £50,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
This role will manage suppliers, mitigate risk, and drive efficiencies across the business. Our client is a fast-growing food and drinks manufacturer, and is requiring someone with strong dairy procurement experience.
  • Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing food and drinks manufacturer!
  • Dairy procurement experience required.

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing London‑based food and drinks manufacturer known for supplying top hotels, restaurants, and premium food retailers. They focus on high‑quality ingredients, traditional methods, and sustainable practices.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage end‑to‑end procurement for dairy, including supplier selection, negotiation, and performance reviews.
  • Keep up‑to‑date on supply markets and execute effective buying strategies.
  • Manage supplier relationships and monitor KPIs including price, quality, and service.
  • Work closely with NPD and Marketing, as well as other teams across the business to ensure smooth business operations.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate would have:

  • Dairy procurement experience, ideally within a similar food manufacturing business.
  • Thrives in a fast‑paced, continually evolving environment with a naturally inquisitive and enthusiastic approach.
  • Demonstrates effective stakeholder management and communication capabilities.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

  • Up to c.£70,000 per annum depending on experience.
  • Hybrid working (4 days per week in office).
Contact
Victoria Collinson
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6978467
Phone number
+44 207 269 2176

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victoria Collinson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2176
Job reference
JN-032026-6978467