New PURCHASING BUYER role for someone with experience in re-engineering existing catering related products (such as hot plates, ovens etc). This is a specialist commercialisation role that will build on experience in supplying the food and restaurant sector. There are genuine personal development opportunities and the chance to be innovative. Title: BUYER Team Catering and Food Equipment Sector Kitchen design Salary c£45,000 (Base of c £41,000 £4000 bonus £45k) Location : High Wycombe Language required : Any Work style : 3 days in the office. 2 wfh The role: You will be sourcing new catering equipment and & re-engineering existing products for the hotel and restaurant sector. In this position you will have extensive contact with suppliers, distributors as well as with kitchen construction design teams Duties : Supplier liaison Engaging with existing equipment suppliers Souring new suppliers and negotiating warranty issues New supplier relationship development Checking energy consumption Managing equipment costs, availability, quality and compliance Reporting Produce analytical reports to support purchasing decisions in this category Liaising with design teams regarding project plans, installation times and deadlines Re-purposing and NPD Re-purposing existing equipment in order to keep costs low New product development Managing equipment spec changes REQUIREMENTS Experience with sourcing Catering equipment is essential