This well-known retailer is looking to strengthen its buying team with the appointment of an experienced Buyer / Purchasing Manager / Supply Chain Professional. The main areas of this role will include:
• Negotiating cost prices • Supplier relationship management • Selecting a market leading range of meat products • Sourcing meats for retail and to be used in the product manufacturing process (pies, cooked meats, sausage, pizza etc) • Category strategy development • Working closely with suppliers to develop new supply chain initiatives
Applications are welcomed from candidates with a thorough understanding of the meat supply chain and carcass utilisation process. Candidates with a broad background in meat manufacturing, supply chain, procurement and meat processing would be suitable.