Introduction
Are you looking to be part of a brilliant team of bright, hardworking people, where you will have a chance to learn daily? Do you have excellent analytical and mathematical skills? Do you enjoy turning data into useful information to drive improvement? Are you self-motivated with an eye for detail? If so, we may have the perfect role for you…
We are looking for a full-time Buying Analyst to join our growing company.
The Company
allmanhall is a thriving, growing, owner-managed food procurement organisation, based in the beautiful countryside of Wiltshire, just a few miles outside Bath.
We specialise in being the food procurement partners for schools, care homes, stadiums and catering companies.
We support our clients in making sustainable choices through greater environmental transparency, robust supplier assessments and sustainability initiatives. We are Ecovadis Gold-rated, putting us in the top 5% of global businesses, committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and a proud signatory of the UN Global Compact.
Our team is made up of talented, professional, and passionate individuals, who could work anywhere but choose, and are proud to be, a positive part of allmanhall. We develop our team and offer opportunities for long term careers. In 2023 we achieved the Investors in People Gold award, and in 2024 we were 1 of 4 finalists for the 'Employer of the Year (2-49 employees) Gold' category!
The Role
The purpose of the Buying Analyst role is to produce and improve the use / management of all buying data and reporting. You will support core business activities and deliver company and client value.
Main duties and responsibilities of this role include:
* Enhancing data & reporting: Streamline and automate procurement reporting to improve efficiency.
* Driving sustainability initiatives: Support sustainability objectives by analysing data and calculating annual greenhouse gas emissions.
* Managing dashboards: Maintain and improve reporting dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
* Providing actionable insights: Produce reports and analysis to support supplier management and business development.
* Identifying cost-saving opportunities: Conduct supplier price comparisons to drive savings and add value for clients.
* Ensuring data accuracy: Monitor and validate supplier pricing on catering control platforms.
* Supporting strategic projects: Assist the Procurement Manager with analytical projects to meet key deadlines.
* Collaborating across teams: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to quickly respond to business and client needs.
The Candidate
Essential Requirements
* Strong analytical and mathematical skills, with at least 1 year of experience in a similar role OR a relevant qualification in mathematics, analytics, or data.
* Ability to confidently analyse and manipulate data to generate insights.
* Advanced Excel skills, confident with Lookups, IF statements, table functions, and report creation.
* A proactive problem solver with a solutions-focused mindset.
* A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and supports colleagues positively.
* Self-motivated, able to work independently without constant supervision.
* There are no public transport links to our office, therefore holding a valid driving licence and owning (or having access to) a car or other mode of private transport is essential to be able to commute and attend ad-hoc meetings offsite!
* An interest or previous experience in foodservice.
* Displaying a growth mindset.
* An understanding of Excel macros and/or VBA.
* The ability to identify opportunities to automate data and drive efficiencies.
* Experience with data visualisation.
The Contract
Hours: Full-time, permanent: 37 hours per week. Monday to Friday 08:45 – 17:15 (with an early finish on Friday at 16:15).
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum plus a competitive benefit package including 33 days annual leave (incl Bank Holidays).
* A company performance related bonus scheme.
* Annual salary review.
* 33 days annual leave FTE (including bank holidays), plus an additional day of leave for each year of service up to 5 years.
* Private Medical Insurance, Life assurance and Income Protection benefits, based on length of service.
* Birthday leave, graduation leave, volunteer day leave, child's first day of school leave.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
* Sabbatical leave after 5 years service.
* Access to a platform that provides retail/restaurant discounts.
* Team socials and team building.
* Investment in your learning and development.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates that meet the essential requirements of the role. Should you need any assistance in applying, please email careers@allmanhall.co.uk or phone the main office on 01225 745520 and ask to speak to a member of the HR team.
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