Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Graduate Purchasing Executive Posted Date 17 hours ago(04/11/2024 17:02) Job ID 2024-6732 # of Openings 1 Job Locations UK-Wiltshire-Trowbridge Post End Date 28/11/2024 Category Purchasing Position Type Permanent (Full-Time) Candidate Compensation Notes Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Location : Location UK-Wiltshire-Trowbridge Overview

This exciting opportunity could see you working in our Purchasing Team within our Manufacturing Division.

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Graduate Purchasing Executive to join our procurement team in the food manufacturing industry.

You will have a love for food and a keen interest in sourcing the best ingredients and materials to ensure the highest quality products.

This role involves supporting the purchasing department in sourcing, negotiating, and managing the supply of raw materials and packaging to ensure the smooth operation of our production processes.

You'll liaise closely with colleagues in Sustainability, Product Development and Category to ensure the materials you find help us meet shared goals. 

Who we are

apetito is the UK’s leading food supplier to the health and social care sectors serving more than 1,300 care homes, health care and education settings.

Our meals are expertly crafted by our dieticians and chefs, and then frozen to lock in the goodness.

Wiltshire Farm Foods, our sister company, is the UK’s largest ready meal supplier cooking and delivering over 330 different delicious frozen ready meals across the UK.

Responsibilities Food Enthusiasm : Leverage your passion for food to source high quality ingredients and stay informed about the latest culinary trends and innovation Sustainability : Support the sustainability objectives of the business in the purchase of ingredients and packaging Supplier management : Assist in identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers to deliver food and process innovation Procurement Process : Support the purchasing team in the preparation and control of contracts and other procurement documentsCost management : Monitor and analyse market trends to identify cost saving opportunities and negotiate favourable terms with suppliers.Data Management : Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing and supplier performance generating reports as neededCompliance : Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations and ethical standardsCollaboration: successful delivery to meet briefs set by the business units. About you

Essential 

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Food Science or a related fieldProficiency in Microsoft office, good computer literacy knowledgeStrong analytical skills, able to interpret data confidentlyGreat communicator with strong listening skills Ability to build relationships with a diverse team of peopleA passion for food and interest in culinary trendsPresentation skillsValid UK driving license

Desirable

Previous experience in a food related role Research skills

Personal Qualities

Creative, willing to challenge the status quoInquisitive mindsetDetail orientatedA team player, able to work in a high performing fast paced environmentConfident and outgoing

 

Company Benefits Competitive salary – accredited Living Wage employer25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidaysOption to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per yearDiscretionary annual bonus schemePension scheme - employer matched contributions up to 4%Life assurance scheme worth at least 1x annual salarySubsidised canteenFree parkingFree turkey or voucher at Christmasapetito perks scheme including salary sacrifice options and retail discounts Our Values

As a family-owned business, we take great pride in being a company that makes a real difference and is dedicated to creating outstanding meals to be proud of.

 

We develop a range of products designed to enhance health and well-being for all our customers.

 

We are driven by a passion for service and dedicated to feeding some of the UK’s most vulnerable people.

 

We proudly support British food and farming, focusing on using the best ethical and sustainable produce in alignment with our goal to reach Net Zero by 2040.

Our ethical standards are recognised by the ETI and we are an accredited Living Wage employer.
Learn more about apetito’s commitment to a more sustainable future.

 

We embrace inclusion, empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Our commitment to making a real difference extends to customers, communities, and staff and we're on a mission to build an inclusive workplace where everyone reaches their full potential.

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