Surya Foods
FMCG Food Buyer
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Surya Foods
Surya Foods is a leading importer, manufacturer and distributor of world foods, supplying a wide range of products to customers across the UK and international markets. With a diverse portfolio of brands and products, we are passionate about bringing authentic flavours and quality food products to consumers.
With operations spanning the UK and India, we work across manufacturing, sourcing, procurement, warehousing and distribution to deliver quality products and excellent service to our customers.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for talented and commercially minded individuals to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.
Job Type
Full time
Location
UK hybrid (must be able to work 2 days in office in Hertfordshire)
About the Role
To support the effective procurement of raw materials, ingredients, packaging and other goods required by the business, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, availability and reliable supplier relationships.
The Buyer will work closely with internal departments and suppliers to ensure purchasing activities meet business requirements, support operational efficiency and deliver value for money.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and purchase raw materials, ingredients, packaging and other required goods in line with business needs.
- Identify, evaluate and develop relationships with new and existing suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times and contractual arrangements to achieve cost efficiencies.
- Monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality, service levels and delivery schedules are maintained.
- Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
- Monitor stock levels and purchasing requirements to support production planning and avoid supply disruption.
- Work closely with Production, Operations, Quality, Finance and Supply Chain teams to ensure procurement requirements are met.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier details and procurement documentation.
- Monitor market trends, commodity prices and supplier developments to identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement across procurement activities.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, food safety requirements and relevant ethical sourcing standards.
- Resolve supplier issues relating to pricing, quality, delivery and invoicing.
- Provide regular purchasing reports and updates to management.
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Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement role, ideally within food manufacturing or FMCG.
- Experience sourcing raw materials, ingredients or packaging.
- Strong negotiation, communication and supplier relationship management skills.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Good numerical and analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and purchasing or ERP systems.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with good attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
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Personal Attributes
- Commercially minded and results-driven.
- Confident communicator and negotiator.
- Organised, adaptable and able to work under pressure.
- Professional approach to supplier and stakeholder relationships.
- Takes ownership and demonstrates accountability.
Key Performance Indicators
- Purchasing cost savings and cost avoidance.
- Supplier performance and on-time delivery.
- Purchase order accuracy and processing efficiency.
- Supplier quality and service levels.
- Stock availability and purchasing efficiency.
- Compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Additional Information
This role may involve working with suppliers and colleagues across different locations and markets, depending on business requirements.
Salary
Competitive, DOE
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