Buying Manager - Ingredients

More about the role

We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Buying Manager to join our team in Bradford. This is a high impact role where you will lead the strategic sourcing of raw ingredients that will be used in many products across the group. As a Buying Manager, you won't just manage a supply base, you will support the category strategy, drive the end-to-end P&L, and act as the definitive authority on food ingredients across our manufacturing operations. You will bridge the gap between raw material procurement and retail execution to maximise margin, quality, and availability.

You will:

• Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies for specific ingredient categories
• Take ownership of category sales, margin targets, and the procurement budget. Identify commercial levers to mitigate inflation and optimise "total cost of ownership."
• Lead initiatives to boost yield and profitability, working closely with site teams to implement process improvements that minimise waste at scale
• Act as the senior partner for Myton’s retail and site directors, providing expert recommendations and high level reporting on market trends and performance
• Set the benchmark for "best-in-class" operating procedures, ensuring rigorous adherence to food safety and Myton’s premium quality standards
• Partner with NPD to source innovative ingredients for upcoming product launches

More about our perks

• Private healthcare
• Car Allowance
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• 'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Optional payroll charity donations
• A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

More about you

We are looking for someone with strong experience in buying or procurement, with a "big picture" mindset and the ability to influence at a senior level.

You will have:

• Proven procurement or buying expertise within food ingredients, commodities, or FMCG manufacturing environments
• Proven track record of managing complex P&Ls and delivering year-on-year cost savings and margin growth
• Ability to analyse global market data and turn it into a clear, actionable sourcing roadmap
• Deep understanding of the intersection between manufacturing efficiencies and retail reality
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the gravitas to lead taste panels, supplier negotiations, and internal change programs
• A full driving license and a willingness to travel to suppliers and retail sites as the business requires.

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