Job Title: Buyer

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Location: South Leicestershire

Salary: GBP30,000 - GBP35,000 + CIPS Study Support

The Procurement Division at SF Recruitment are currently looking for a dynamic, ambitious and experienced Buyer to join their FMCG business based in the South of Leicestershire. This role will report directly into the Procurement Manager and be a critical part of the procurement teams success.

As a Buyer, your daily responsibilities will include the below:

- Raising and processing online purchase orders.

- Run purchasing reports to determine stock shortfalls and in demand products.

- Dealing with incoming and outgoing supplier communication.

- Source suppliers and products and negotiates pricing to achieve best value and quality.

- Setting up new materials and suppliers as applicable.

- Preparing quotations.

- Carry out regular market analysis to understand missing opportunities in the markets and new product launches, as well as being competitive with promotional activities.

- Ensure you follow and remain updated with procurement policies and procedures and company guidelines.

The successful Buyer will need to currently be working in a similar Buying role and be looking to join a market leading FMCG business that offers continuous development and progressive opportunities.

What is essential is that you have:

- Excellent communication both verbal and written.

- Strong attention to detail and level of accuracy.

- Understanding of reporting on sales performance and stock management.

- Experience sourcing new suppliers and products.

- Analytical and strategic approach.

This Buyer vacancy is offering a salary of up to GBP35,000, progression and development opportunities and full CIPS study support.

Should you wish to find out more, or progress an application to the next stage, please click 'Apply Now' with a copy of your updated CV. Alternatively, contact the managing consultant Emma on (url removed)