Average Buyer salary in Essex

Your new companyA Globally Renowned Organisation is looking to recruit a Category Buyer to join their vibrant and fast-paced business. This is not your typical Category Buyer role. This is an incredibly exciting role that requires creative thinking, working with some of the best people in the industry! **There are current permanent employees who initially joined as on a FTC and were converted!Your new role Category Buyer role taking full end-to-end ownership of category strategies, spend analysisRFI, RFQ, RFPSupplier sourcing, negotiations and relationship and risk managementStakeholder engagement What you'll need to succeed 5 years' Procurement experience in Category Management, ideally in IndirectsStrong communication, negotiation and engagement skillsProactively identifying and driving cost savings and cost reductionsPeople person, ability to build stakeholders relationships is key What you'll get in return Opportunity to work with a fantastic organisation that will progress your careerHybrid work system - only 3 days a week onsiteGreat people culture and work environment, open and approachableSalary up to £55,000 + bonus and benefits! What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, please EMAILyour updated CV to with your current salary, notice period and post code. Only candidates with a valid right to work will be accepted. Sponsorship is not available. Please include your visa type and expiry date in email. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Time Appointments are delighted to be working with an award-winning business who are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join their highly successful Purchasing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a conscientious individual to join a thriving business that recognise talent and promote from within. To be considered for the role, applicants must have previous experience of working in a Buying or Purchasing team. It is imperative that you have a strong and demonstrable analytical approach, along with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong IT skills are essential, including the use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Due to the ever-changing market, this is an extremely varied role which will require you to react and adapt to change with ease. The successful applicant will work closely alongside the Procurement Manager to assist with developing effective supplier relationships, identifying, and developing new product opportunities and securing the most cost-effective deals for the business. This is a great role that will allow you to realize your potential as you will be able to work closely with senior management whilst developing strong, successful relationships with global organisations.

Title: Buyer (Packaging)Salary: £33,000Pattern: Mon-Fri, office hours, site-basedLocation: Dartford, Kent An established and internationally renowned FMCG operation are looking to add to their team as part of recent growth! This would be an exciting opportunity for those to align with a business that offers serious career opportunities as they continue to expand their business. What You'll Be Doing: Managing the procurement and purchasing of packaging and consumables, aligning stock levels with demand forecasts. Overseeing packaging intake procedures and ensuring compliance with internal standards and customer specifications. Monitoring inventory systems, maintaining accurate stock records and leading regular physical counts and system reconciliations. Liaising with warehouse and production teams to ensure packaging availability for customer orders, often at short notice. Leading and supporting label room staff including scheduling, training, and performance reviews. Handling all site consumables ordering and supporting pallet stock management. Working closely with suppliers to negotiate pricing, ensure compliance documentation is maintained, and seek cost-saving opportunities. Supporting the safe and efficient storage, movement, and recycling of packaging materials. Collaborating with sales, operations, and sourcing teams on packaging innovations and design changes. What We're Looking For: Solid experience in packaging procurement or supply chain within a production or FMCG environment. Strong working knowledge of stock management systems and ERP platforms (e.g. SAP, D365, Freshware). Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond flexibly to change. Proven ability to lead and develop team members. Comfortable communicating across departments and building strong supplier relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with label creation software is a plus. A problem-solver with a hands-on approach and a sharp eye for efficiency and cost control. Why Apply? Be part of a global business with a strong reputation in their sector. Play a pivotal role in operational delivery and customer satisfaction. Work within a team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and responsibility. Interested?Apply now to take the next step in your career!