Buyer (Food)

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Job information

  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Working arrangement: Hybrid
  • Salary: £55000 - £60000 per annum + Commission + Remote Working
  • Published: 1 May 2026

Buyer (Food Industry)
£55,000-£65,000 + Commission + Remote Working + Monday-Friday
Remote (Office Visit Once per Month – Bournemouth)

Are you a Buyer from the food industry looking to take ownership in a high-impact, autonomous role with strong earning potential and remote working within a leading food wholesaler?

Since the 1990s, this company has supplied high-quality food products to major names across the fast-food and retail sectors, including Popeyes, Tesco, Morrisons, and Aldi. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to strengthen their buying team.

In this role, you will take ownership of sourcing and purchasing raw food products, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating the best possible pricing and terms to maximise margins. while also benefiting from a commission structure that rewards your impact on cost savings and profitability.

This role would suit a Buyer with food industry experience looking for a rewarding, autonomous position within a well-established and growing business.

The role

  • Source and purchase a range of raw food products
  • Build and manage strong supplier relationships
  • Negotiate pricing and terms to meet budgets and improve margins
  • Work towards KPIs linked to cost savings and performance
  • 40hr week/ Monday – Friday

The Person

  • Buyer or similar within the food industry
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management experience
  • Able to travel to Bournemouth once per month

Reference number: BBH25075A

Buyer, Procurement, FMCG, Food Industry, Remote, Advanced Excel, Purchasing Specialist, Hybrid, South England

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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