Raw Materials Buyer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Raw Materials Buyer
c.£45,000
North Wales
NC/12483
Are you looking for a new role to progress in your career? Would you like a new challenge with a successful food manufacturer? My client is looking for a Raw Materials Buyer to join their team in an exciting period of growth.
The Role:
Reporting to the Commercial Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for,
- The development of strategies to source raw materials that are costeffective yet maintain quality.
- The review of market trends to keep in line with customer needs.
- The negotiation of prices with supplier, as well as the negotiation of contracts to ensure fair pricing terms.
- The coordination with shipping companies to schedule deliveries of raw materials.
- The ordering of raw materials as needed to maintain inventory levels.
The Candidate:
- Degree level educated.
- Food manufacturing experience is essential.
- Experience working in a purchasing role.
- A personable and autonomous individual.
- Food hygiene and HACCP qualified.
The Package:
- c.£45,000
- Option for hybrid work
Next Steps:
If you are ready for their next step or an individual looking for your next challenge, please click ‘apply now’ to be considered. Alternatively, contact Nicole Curtis on 02037943984 or 07784460169
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 04/03/2023
Reference ID: NC/12483
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: HR Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Raw Materials Buyer roles across Silven Recruitment Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £45,000 - £45,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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