Group Procurement Buyer
Posted 1 week ago by 2 Sisters Food Group
£50,000 Per year
Undetermined
Onsite
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Group Procurement Buyer role at 2 Sisters Food Group in Birmingham offers an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to start their procurement careers. The position involves working within Indirect Procurement Categories, focusing on supplier negotiations, contract management, and implementing supplier agreements. The company is known for its commitment to high-quality food products and internal career progression. Candidates should be ambitious and willing to learn, with a focus on developing supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist Manager/Head of Procurement in preparing RFI, RFQ, and ITT documents
- Source new Suppliers and Materials
- Implement Supplier Agreements
- Negotiate with Suppliers
- Implement Category Plans
Key Skills:
- Previous experience in a Procurement position as a Specialist, Coordinator, Assistant or otherwise
- Ideally some knowledge of Indirect Procurement Categories, Supplier Negotiation, Contract Management & Tendering
- Desire to be client facing and develop relationships with suppliers
- Direct procurement experience also considered as skills are transferable
- MCIPS Qualification / equivalent or working towards is beneficial but not essential
Salary (Rate): £50,000.00 yearly
City: Birmingham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Group Procurement Buyer
Location: Birmingham
Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package + Progression
About Us
Join 2 Sisters Food Group , one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that's eager to launch their procurement career. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland's pies. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.
About the Role
As a Group Procurement Buyer, you'll be part of a team focused on Indirect Procurement Categories in IT, HR, and Factory Services. Your typical day-to-day will include meeting with suppliers, supporting with contract negotiations & tenders, RFI's, and implementing supplier agreements.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist Manager/Head of Procurement in preparing RFI, RFQ, and ITT documents
- Source new Suppliers and Materials
- Implement Supplier Agreements
- Negotiate with Suppliers
- Implement Category Plans
About You
Ideally you will have demonstrable experience in Procurement, and ideally some experience with supplier selection & negotiations, as well as tender management. We are looking for someone ambitious who is eager to learn as there are a range of high-profile projects to support, as well as the chance to join a business widely known for its internal progression & development opportunities.
Key Skills
- Previous experience in a Procurement position as a Specialist, Coordinator, Assistant or otherwise.
- Ideally some knowledge of Indirect Procurement Categories, Supplier Negotiation, Contract Management & Tendering, with a desire to be client facing and visit & develop relationships with suppliers.
- Direct procurement also considered as skills are transferable.
- MCIPS Qualification / equivalent or working towards is beneficial but not essential.
The role is based at our Head Office in Birmingham, with an expectation to be on-site 3 days per week.
Benefits
- 33 Days' Holiday + Inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
- Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails
- Cycle2Work Scheme
Why Join Us?
As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasis promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.