Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!
At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations: -
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Private health scheme
- Employee discount scheme
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Profit related pay
- Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities
The Opportunity
Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months
In this role you’ll lead ingredient sourcing for new product development, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, timely launches.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead sourcing for ingredients across NPD projects
- Negotiate pricing, build supplier relationships, and manage contracts
- Track food and ingredient trends to shape future innovation
- Collaborate with NPD, Technical, Planning, and Commercial teams
- Support supplier trials and innovation workshops
The Ideal Candidate
We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience: -
- Background in buying, procurement, or supply chain (food/FMCG preferred)
- Strong commercial acumen and project management skills
- Confident communicator and relationship builder
- Proactive, detail-focused, and solutions-driven
- Proficiency in Excel and solid organisational skills
- Full UK driving licence
We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.
Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member – you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!