Job Description
The Senior Buyer is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for the various categories across several UK manufacturing sites .
The role will lead various transformational & sustainability projects as part of large companywide initiative. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing critical spend areas and managing internal and external stakeholders in a highly innovative fast moving consumer goods (FMCG)business.
The role does require you to be geographically mobile across the UK
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for various categories in Ire & UK.
Build cross functional relationships to ensure smooth execution of category sourcing projects.
Interpret future market trends and guide the future direction of key categories.
Analyse raw material and supplier dynamics to deliver real savings across the UK
Delivers other key objectives including quality, innovation & sustainability.
Provide regular market analysis & risk management updates to internal stakeholders.
Successful track record of delivery in a procurement environment and proven success in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
Experience in developing and implementing effective cost saving forecasting strategies across the full scope of the category as well as being able to deliver effective reporting to reflect these savings in a clear and concise manor for Senior Leadership Team.
Complete ownership and understanding of the category, from the raw material specification to the end use in the factory.
Proven track record of collaborating with Senior Leadership teams to future plan and drive success.
Plan and scope out buying strategies for present and future requirements using forecasting and market analysis to predict future trends, shortages and potential price differentiations to maximise on returns/costs margins.
Ownership for all financial budgets and return on investment growth within your category. This is to include successful performance reporting on a monthly basis into the Senior Leadership team and JBS key stakeholders.
Data analysis – the ability to take large amounts of data and summarise quickly.
Skilled at being an influencer to drive best practice at all levels.
Willingness to travel as and when necessary, up to 60%, as the role depends.