Procurement Buyer

Procurement Buyer

Location: Birmingham

Working Hours: Hybrid working in the office 3 x days per week

Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package + Progression

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and around 13,000 employees across 16 sites. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further develop their procurement career within a fast-paced, supportive environment. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery categories. We're committed to delivering high-quality products to UK consumers and to major retail and foodservice customers such as Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

About the Role

As a Procurement Buyer, you'll join a collaborative team working across Indirect Procurement categories including IT, HR, and Factory Services. Day-to-day, you'll support supplier engagement, assist with contract negotiations and tender processes (RFI/RFQ), and help implement supplier agreements and category plans.

This is a hands-on role with plenty of exposure, offering a strong platform to build experience across multiple procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Manager/Head of Procurement with RFI, RFQ, and ITT preparation
• Identify and onboard new suppliers
• Assist in implementing supplier agreements
• Support supplier negotiations
• Contribute to the delivery of category plans

About You

You may already have some experience in procurement or a related role and be looking to take the next step in your career. Exposure to supplier interaction, tender processes, or negotiations would be beneficial, but just as important is a willingness to learn and develop.

We're looking for someone proactive and motivated, who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to gain experience across a range of procurement projects. You'll have the opportunity to support high-profile initiatives while developing your skills within a business known for internal progression.

Key Skills

• Previous experience in procurement or a similar role (e.g. Assistant, Coordinator, or Specialist)
• Basic understanding of Indirect Procurement, supplier engagement, and tender processes is advantageous
• Interest in building relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
• Transferable skills from direct procurement will also be considered
• MCIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• 33 days' holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme & Grocery Aid (free, confidential support 365 days a year)
• Boparan Restaurant Group discount
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we offer genuine opportunities for development and career progression. We're proud of our focus on internal growth, giving you the chance to build your skills and progress your career over time.

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