Buying Assistant

Join Our Procurement Team at The Compleat Food Group!

Were excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a Buying Assistant to join us at our site in Nottingham!

Were seeking a Buying Assistant to join our Procurement team and support the sourcing of ingredients and materials across the business. Working closely with the Procurement Manager and other key teams youll help build strong supplier relationships support category plans and contribute to projects that drive value innovation and business performance. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their buying and procurement experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Who We Are:

The Compleat Food Group are one of the UKs fastest growing chilled food manufacturing companies. We are dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our operations. Our commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence sets us apart.

At The Compleat Food Group we dont just make food. We make food to feel good taste good and do good for everyone.

Our aim is to raise the bar and delight our customers and consumers every day they are at the heart of all our decision making. We work at the correct pace to take clear decisive actions and deliver on our commitments on time every time to drive positive difference we have the courage to think differently and challenge the status quo.

Working Hours:

This is a Hybrid role and the working hours are Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 5pm Friday 8.30am - 4pm.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Sourcing ingredients and materials in line with business requirements ensuring the best balance of quality service cost innovation and security of supply.
• Supporting Procurement Manager with supplier sourcing activities and the introduction of new suppliers.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support business objectives.
• Monitoring market trends and supplier activity sharing relevant insights and potential impacts with the wider business.
• Assisting with the assessment of supply chain risks and supporting the implementation of mitigation plans.
• Supporting category management activities and the delivery of procurement strategies across agreed categories.
• Working closely with the NPD Buying team to source new materials and ingredients that meet customer and product development requirements.
• Supporting procurement projects supplier negotiations and continuous improvement initiatives presenting findings and recommendations where required.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Understanding of the importance of strategic sourcing and category management within agreed categories.
• Understanding of supplier relationship management and the ability to build effective relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Previous experience of delivering or supporting projects through to completion.
• Basic understanding of contract law and procurement processes.
• Willingness to work towards a professional procurement qualification such as CIPS.

Benefits to Include:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Hybrid working
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing mortgage calculators budget tools financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive respectful culture where everyone feels safe supported and valued. We welcome diverse talent knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness Equity Inclusivity and Respect we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

What You Should Know About How We Recruit

At The Compleat Food Group we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive respectful environment where everyone feels safe supported and are able to be themselves at work.

Were proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness Equity Inclusivity and Respect. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process just let us know well support you confidentially and with care.

We hire the best people for our roles not the same people. Whoever you are wherever youre from we focus on what you do and the impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair accessible and designed to give everyone an equal chance.

Youll also find benefits that support people at every life stage plus active internal networks including Women @ Compleat LGBTQIA and Neurodiversity

Required Experience:

Junior IC