Packaging Buyer - MUST BE FROM PACKAGING
- Location: Leicester
- Hours: Full-time
- Reports to: Sales Director
Join a Growing, Dynamic Business
We're in an exciting phase of growth and looking for a Packaging Buyer who brings industry knowledge, commercial awareness, and a passion for sourcing to join our Leicester-based team. If you're a confident negotiator with experience in the packaging sector and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
As our Packaging Buyer, you'll take ownership of specific product categories and play a critical role in driving procurement strategy. You'll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure efficient, cost-effective supply chains and timely product delivery.
Key Responsibilities- Product & Supplier Management: Own your product categories, manage the full purchasing process from order placement to delivery-including international freight coordination.
- Sourcing & Negotiation: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Negotiate competitive pricing and terms while ensuring quality and reliability.
- Market & Trend Analysis: Monitor product performance, identify market trends, and source innovative packaging solutions to support growth.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise with internal departments to align purchasing plans with business objectives and launch schedules.
- Cost & Profitability Management: Track commodity prices and market movements to drive savings and protect margins.
- Team Guidance: Support and direct administrative team members, ensuring purchasing operations run smoothly.
What We're Looking For
✔️ Experience: Minimum 3 years in a buying/purchasing role-packaging industry experience is essential
- Analytical Mindset: Strong data analysis and numeracy skills
- IT Proficiency: Confident user of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Communication: Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Drive & Organisation: Self-motivated with strong time management and the ability to prioritise workload
- Team Player: Collaborative approach with the confidence to work independently
What We Offer
✅ Competitive Salary✅ Early Finish Every Friday
✅ Company-Contributory Pension Scheme
✅ Supportive, forward-thinking team culture
✅ Opportunities for career development, including potential progression to Buying Manager
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