Buyer
Permanent/full time
Hybrid
£35,000 - £45,000 DOE + Benefits

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 Doing

• End-to-end management of product procurement within the assigned category
• Developing and delivering immediate to long-term category plans
• Evaluating suppliers for cost, compliance, service and innovation
• Supporting tender processes and customer proposals
• Building strong working relationships with key stakeholders including suppliers, sales teams and operations
• Delivering cost savings and COGS reductions through effective negotiation
• Benchmarking products and leading strategic sourcing initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a buying, procurement or category role (FMCG, non-food or B2B preferred)
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Strong commercial and analytical skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• A methodical and structured approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident analysing data
• Passionate about sustainability and proactive in driving positive change
• Based near Birmingham or Epsom offices

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in the Epsom office
• Strong company benefits including generous holiday allowance, pension scheme and employee discounts
• A supportive, values-driven culture with long-term career opportunities

About 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.