Average Buyer salary in Surrey

BuyerContract -Inside IR35 Rickmansworth (Hybrid) Are you an experienced Buyer seeking an engaging and rewarding role? If so, this exceptional opportunity might be just what you've been looking for!This company is seeking a talented Buyer to join their dynamic team. As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring high-quality products that meet the company's exacting standards. Your keen eye for detail and strategic mindset will be crucial in ensuring the company maintains a competitive edge in the market.Key Responsibilities of the BuyerIdentify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating favourable terms and conditionsManage the procurement process, from requisition to delivery, ensuring seamless operationsAnalyse market trends and make informed purchasing decisions to maximise valueCollaborate cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business objectivesContinuously explore new sourcing opportunities to enhance the Buyer's portfolioTo excel in this Buyer role, you will need:Demonstrated experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement positionStrong negotiation and contract management skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesProficiency in data analysis and inventory managementEffective communication and interpersonal skillsPlease note due to the nature of this role you will be required to travel both UK and some European travel. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Buyer/Category Specialist£35,000 to £45,000 basic salary + bonus + benefitsHybridPermanent/Full time Location: Surrey/Birmingham (office-based)We are looking for a commercially driven Buyer to join a fast-paced and growing organisation within the non-food consumables sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on ownership, negotiation and delivering value across a product portfolio.The RoleYou will be responsible for managing and developing a category within a non-food disposable product range. This includes sourcing, supplier management, pricing strategy, and supporting sales growth through strong commercial decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the category day-to-day to drive performance and profitabilityDevelop and execute short, medium, and long-term category plansAnalyse market trends, customer demand, and product performanceIdentify new product opportunities and optimise existing rangesSource products end-to-end, ensuring best value and qualityEvaluate quotes, tenders, and negotiate pricing and supplier agreementsBuild and manage supplier relationships across UK and international marketsCollaborate with Sales and internal teams to support customer needs and growthDeliver against budgets, reduce costs, and manage pricing, rebates, and stockDrive continuous improvement, sustainability initiatives, and operational efficienciesAbout YouStrong commercial awareness with a keen eye for detailProven ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationshipsAnalytical mindset with confidence working with data and reportsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsHighly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlinesProactive, self-motivated and results-drivenExperience in buying, procurement or category managementStrong numerical and analytical capabilityConfident user of Excel and Microsoft OfficeExperience within FMCG, foodservice or related sectors is advantageousExposure to international sourcing is desirableWant to recruit a similar role?Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit

BuyerHybrid £35,000 - £45,000 DOE + BenefitsFull time/Permanent Are you a commercially focused Buyer with a passion for product, supplier management and category strategy? Do you thrive in an analytical and structured environment, and enjoy building strong supplier relationships? If so, we want to hear from you.This role will focus on managing a large and varied portfolio of non-food disposable products - supporting category growth, margin improvement, and ensuring the right products are in place at the right time, at the right price.What You'll Be DoingEnd-to-end management of product procurement within the assigned categoryDeveloping and delivering immediate to long-term category plansEvaluating suppliers for cost, compliance, service and innovationSupporting tender processes and customer proposalsBuilding strong working relationships with key stakeholders including suppliers, sales teams and operationsDelivering cost savings and COGS reductions through effective negotiationBenchmarking products and leading strategic sourcing initiativesWhat We're Looking ForProven experience in a buying, procurement or category role (FMCG, non-food or B2B preferred)Strong commercial and analytical skills with an eye for detailExcellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionallyA methodical and structured approach with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesProficient in Microsoft Excel and confident analysing dataPassionate about sustainability and proactive in driving positive changeWhat's In It For You?Salary up to £45,000 depending on experienceHybrid working Strong company benefits including generous holiday allowance, pension scheme and employee discountsA supportive, values-driven culture with long-term career opportunitiesAbout Cast UK Cast UK is a leading specialist recruitment consultancy delivering tailored solutions across supply chain, logistics, procurement and operations. We're proud to be partnering with this client on a confidential basis - apply today to learn more.