Buyer (Fresh Produce)

Title: Buyer - Fresh Produce
Location: South Yorkshire
Salary: £40K + Company Car + Bonus
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Work Pattern: Predominantly on the road visiting Growers + some office work / some work from home (team are happy to discuss but relatively flexible here)

An established supplier in the Fresh produce industry are looking for a Buyer to join the team due to exciting new growth!

An ideal opportunity for someone with a strong background in Fresh Produce - looking for the next chapter in their career - to grow alongside an ambitious business going from strength to strength!

About the Role:

As Buyer, you'll play a pivotal role in building and maintaining long-term relationships with growers to ensure continuity and quality of supply. Working closely with the Procurement Managers, Account Managers, Transport Team, and senior leadership, you'll negotiate contracts, manage grower expectations, and support the development of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Secure the best quality product at the right price, in line with customer requirements

Develop, negotiate, and maintain grower contracts

Manage quality feedback and grower relationships professionally

Carry out regular farm visits and maintain strong supplier relationships

Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation

Monitor financial and payment terms in collaboration with the accounts team

Review grower performance annually

Liaise with transport teams to ensure timely and cost-effective collection

About You:

Proven experience in a high-volume buying, trading, or procurement role

Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills

Organised, proactive, and commercially aware

Previous experience in the fresh produce sector is essential

What's on Offer:

A full-time, permanent position

Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm (some flexibility required)

Company Car

Bonus Scheme

If you're interested in being in consideration for this - please apply below.