£40,000 - £50,000
Park Royal, London
Category Buyer – Meat
Are you a commercially minded procurement professional with a passion for quality meat products and supplier management?
Do you enjoy building strong supplier partnerships, negotiating effectively, and driving category performance?
Are you looking to take ownership of a key product category within a growing food business?
If so, we would like to hear from you.
An established and expanding food importer and distributor based in Park Royal is seeking an experienced Meat Buyer to lead and develop its meat category. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful business with ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation within the foodservice and retail sectors.
The Role
Reporting into senior management, you will be responsible for the commercial and operational performance of the meat category, ensuring the business maintains a competitive and profitable product offering.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and developing the meat category strategy.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
* Negotiating pricing, supply agreements, and commercial terms.
* Monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
* Managing stock levels and forecasting requirements to ensure product availability.
* Coordinating inbound logistics and supply chain activities with third-party partners.
* Leading and supporting a small team.
* Driving continuous improvement across procurement and category management processes.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Previous experience in a Meat Buyer, Protein Buyer, Category Buyer, Procurement Manager or similar purchasing role.
* Proven experience sourcing meat or protein products.
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
* Experience managing or mentoring team members.
* Excellent organisational and analytical abilities.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* A genuine passion for food and product quality.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
* Opportunity to take ownership of a significant product category.
* Join a well-established business with a strong market presence.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.
This role may be suitable for candidates with experience as a Meat Buyer, Protein Buyer, Meat Category Manager, Procurement Manager, Category Manager or Commercial Manager within the food industry
Salary description
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per year