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
We’re looking for a Business Procurement Buyer to join our Group Procurement team at Samworth Brothers. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for driving value, innovation, and sustainability across supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting business engagement initiatives to align procurement with wider business goals.
- Driving delivery of key KPIs including cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier innovation.
- Acting as the first point of escalation for procurement at the bakery site.
- Providing market intelligence and supporting responsible, ethical sourcing practices.
- Leading category management for a defined spend area, including strategy development, supplier performance, and contract negotiation.
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: -
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in procurement, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively between tasks.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and drive insights.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A proactive, “can-do” attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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!