Who Are The
Menu Partners and What Do We Do?
The Menu Partners (TMP) is a fast-paced,
high-performing food production and distribution business supporting premium
hospitality customers. Our people are at the heart of our success, and as we
continue to expand, we’re committed to building a strong and effective
procurement function to support our operational teams and deliver business
goals.
About The
Role
team We are looking for
a dedicated Buyer to manage sourcing
activities across assigned categories and products. This role will involve
supplier selection, managing contracts, and ensuring that products are
available across our depots, all while ensuring quality standards and
competitive pricing.
As a Buyer,
you will contribute to the success of the business by driving cost-effective
solutions, improving supplier relationships, and supporting internal
stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Location: London
Your Key
Responsibilities as a Buyer will Include :
Sourcing Strategy
& Supplier Management:
·
Implement
sourcing strategies for assigned product categories, ensuring alignment with
business objectives and quality standards.
·
Develop
and manage competitive core product ranges to be marketed to new customers.
·
Identify
and select suppliers to meet both current and future buying requirements.
·
Manage
supplier contracts, negotiations, and agreements while adhering to company
guidelines and authority levels.
Performance
Management & Reporting:
·
Monitor
and report on performance against targets, KPIs, and budgets on a regular
basis.
·
Achieve
personal and product category targets.
·
Update
product cost forecasts and communicate pricing information to the Sales and
Commercial teams.
Continuous
Improvement & Quality Assurance:
·
Drive
improvements in cost, quality, and first-time availability across the
procurement process.
·
Work
with Quality and Technical teams to ensure product specifications meet
operational and legal requirements.
·
Minimize
product waste and track waste levels regularly.
Collaboration &
Communication:
·
Support
Sales with timely sourcing and competitive pricing for new products, including
during Tender submissions.
·
Ensure
business continuity by identifying and planning for supplier contingency
requirements.
·
Resolve
day-to-day supplier issues with professionalism and speed.
·
Support
stock management and help resolve operational issues related to product supply.
What We Are
Looking For:
·
Minimum
5 years’ experience in food and ingredient buying.
·
Strong
interpersonal skills, especially in negotiation.
·
Ability
to make decisions and adapt to pressure.
·
Analytical
skills and strong numeracy.
·
Proficiency
in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
·
Strong
organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
·
A
team player who can collaborate effectively across departments.
·
Ability
to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations.
Why Join Us
at TMP?
As a Buyer at TMP, you
will be part of a dynamic and growing business where you’ll have the
opportunity to shape sourcing strategies, develop supplier relationships, and
contribute to the overall success of the company. You’ll be working in a
fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, with support for your
personal development and career progression.
We offer a
collaborative, team-oriented culture and the opportunity to grow within the
procurement function.
·
28
days holiday
(Bank Holidays included)
·
3%
pension contribution
·
Life
Assurance
If you’re ready to take
on an exciting challenge and contribute to the success of TMP, apply today!
We are committed to being an equal opportunities
employer.
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