Buyer - Fresh Produce
Buyer (Fresh Produce)Location: West Yorkshire area - Site-based Salary: 35,000 - 42,000 + bonus (up to 12.5%) + strong benefits Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00 (can be slightly flexible on start)Ready to take ownership of a high-value fresh produce category supplying major UK retailers?About the Role We''re recruiting a Buyer to join a high-performing commercial team within a well-established business. This is a site-based role with full category responsibility, working closely with suppliers and major UK retail customers to deliver margin, availability, and quality across fresh produce lines.You''ll operate within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment, managing around 40 suppliers and contributing directly to a category worth c. 55m. Travel to UK and overseas suppliers (up to 6 trips per year) will form part of the role.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and refine procurement plans to deliver margin, quality, and availability.Manage supplier relationships, ensuring financial and service commitments are met.Monitor market conditions and proactively manage cost and supply risk.Identify new and improved varieties within your category scope.Maintain compliance with GSCOP requirements and procurement governance.Work closely with procurement advisors and operations to manage stock and communicate risks.Deliver cost-saving initiatives and support commercial growth objectives.What You''ll BringProven buying experience within Fresh Produce or FMCG (essential).Evidence of deliveri
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