Junior Buyer - Procurement
At Hain Celestial, we’re passionate about creating better-for-you food and drink. As the parent company behind well-loved brands like Linda McCartney's, Hartley's, SunPat, Ella's Kitchen, Yorkshire Provender, and Cully & Sully, we’re proud to bring high-quality, delicious products to consumers across the UK and beyond.
We’re now looking for a Junior Buyer to join our Procurement team and support the sourcing and management of suppliers across our diverse product range.
The Role
As a Junior Buyer, you’ll play a key role in supporting procurement activities across raw materials, packaging, and other essential goods. You’ll work closely with Senior Buyers and internal stakeholders to ensure we deliver quality products at the best value, while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
What You’ll Be Doing
Category Management
- Manage your own portfolio of spend with support from Senior Buyers
- Conduct market research to understand cost drivers and trends
- Build supplier knowledge, profiles, and contingency plans
- Support budget pricing and contribute to quarterly reviews
- Identify and help deliver cost-saving opportunities
Supplier Sourcing & Market Research
- Research and identify potential suppliers
- Analyse market trends to support cost-effective purchasing
- Maintain supplier databases and capability records
- Assist in supplier evaluation across cost, quality, and delivery
Supplier Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Communicate on pricing, quality, and delivery matters
- Support supplier performance tracking and issue resolution
- Assist with stock analysis and demand forecasting
Cost Control & Negotiation
- Support negotiations on pricing and terms
- Help ensure procurement stays within budget
- Track and report on cost-saving initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Experience
- Previous experience in a procurement or buying role (FMCG, retail, or manufacturing preferred)
- Understanding of procurement processes and supplier management
- Experience with procurement systems is advantageous
Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships
- Good Excel and MS Office skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, organised, and eager to learn
- Basic negotiation skills with a commercial mindset
- A collaborative team player
At Hain Celestial, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven business with a portfolio of trusted brands and a commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in procurement within a supportive and dynamic environment.
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