Overview:
Junior Category Buyer
Zertus UK & Ireland - Humdinger, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25 6PJ
Based one of the following UK sites: Fakenham or Sherburn with hybrid working options
This role involves managing day-to-day purchasing activities, analysing performance data, and working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive value, efficiency, and continuous improvement. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Position type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 37.5
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30
Key Benefits: Hybrid working, bonus plan, Healthcare cash plan.
Responsibilities:
- Support the management of procurement categories, including day-to-day delivery, ownership of selected spend areas, and achievement of agreed savings and PPV targets
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Monitor and report on KPIs (price, service, quality, sustainability), providing insights, highlighting trends, and ensuring accurate performance reporting to stakeholders
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Maintain accurate procurement data, supplier information, pricing, and financial details (including QAD), resolving invoice queries where required
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Collaborate with internal stakeholders and sites to support reporting, provide procurement guidance, and ensure smooth information flow
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Support supply chain and supplier management activities, including risk identification, performance monitoring, issue resolution, and inventory control
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Contribute to strategic projects, continuous improvement, and provide cover across the wider commodity team as needed
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Assisting in the maintenance of supplier information and procurement databases to ensure data accuracy
Qualifications:
Essential:
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Commercial acumen and strong analytical Skills.
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Passion and enthusiasm to learn
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Ability to work independently and influence others
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Clear communication and good inter-personal Skills.
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Some travel will be essential: between sites, to suppliers and other destinations as necessary.
Desirable:
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Food Manufacture Experience.
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Procurement Experience.
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Ability to use Powerpoint, Excel and word effectively.
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Ability to pick up systems and software based ways of working
Rewards Benefits:
- Annual bonus plan with earning potential of up 10% of salary
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Holiday entitlement: 25 days + bank holidays
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4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
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Life assurance plan x4 basic salary
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Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
- Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year
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Hybrid working
About Us:
Zertus UK & Ireland comprises three companies – Humdinger Foods, Kinnerton Confectionery, and Lir Chocolates. Our expertise spans the manufacturing of a diverse range of snacks and chocolates, with multiple facilities and offices strategically positioned throughout the UK and Ireland. With a commitment to innovation, we strive to craft products that captivate and delight our customers. Our talented teams have created a growing portfolio of our own famous brands including NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, as well as collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness and Budweiser!
As the UK & Irish division of Zertus GmbH, headquartered in Hamburg and boasting a workforce of over 2000 employees across Europe, we are part of a dynamic and expansive global network.
When you join Zertus, you will be based at one of our Humdinger or Kinnerton sites.
Our manufacturing Locations: Heckington, Sherburn-in-Elmet, Fakenham, Bromborough, Navan (Ireland).
Application & Interview Process:
Please apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and, if progressed, enter a one stage interview process.
Zertus UK & Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.
