Senior Potato Buyer
Full time Onsite, Lincoln £54,000 Benefits 4.5 working week, finishing at 12:30pm on a Friday 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays Company bonus scheme Car allowance Enhanced pension contributions Private Health Insurance Life Assurance & critical illness cover Onsite Parking Discounts platform Long service celebrations Employee Assistance Programme Free fruit & potatoes Electric salary sacrifice car scheme Flu vaccines Refer a friend scheme The company From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the Southwest, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK. Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. And it’s not just fresh potatoes. We're also continually developing our great range of innovative, ready-to-cook prepared vegetables. At Branston we thrive to be the best, through our values and invest in our people. This is a fast-paced environment and looking for someone who is adaptable in their approach. Are you looking for a new role where you can develop your career? You will play a critical role in ensuring that our factory maintains a consistent supply of high-quality products at competitive prices, meeting customer demands throughout the year. This role is key in supporting the trading function to drive maximum sales and profitability. If you have a strong background in trading, procurement, and relationship management, and are passionate about delivering quality results, we invite you to apply and contribute to our dynamic team. What you will be doing: Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with growers, ensuring adequate conditioned stock is available at all times to meet customer needs. Actively monitor and communicate any quality issues to growers, coordinating alternative outlets when required. Develop and maintain regular contact with growers throughout the entire season, conducting farm visits and phone calls. Perform annual reviews to assess performance and strengthen relationships. Keep the Procurement Manager informed about any potential issues affecting purchases, sales, or operations. Maintain close coordination with the Procurement Coordinator and Finance team to manage customer credit limits, payment terms, and manage business financial risks. Regularly update all relevant sites about trading activities. Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed and in place before proceeding with any transactions (sales or purchases), including due diligence documents, passports, and other required certifications. What we want from you: Essential Experience in a high volume trading or procurement role Proficient in building and managing lasting relationships with growers Advanced Microsoft Office word and excel skills Strong organisational skills Desirable Previous fresh produce or food manufacturing experience
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Full time Onsite, Lincoln £54,000 Benefits 4.5 working week, finishing at 12:30pm on a Friday 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays Company bonus scheme Car allowance Enhanced pension contributions Private Health Insurance Life Assurance & critical illness cover Onsite Parking Discounts platform Long service celebrations Employee Assistance Programme Free fruit & potatoes Electric salary sacrifice car scheme Flu vaccines Refer a friend scheme The company From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the Southwest, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK. Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. And it’s not just fresh potatoes. We're also continually developing our great range of innovative, ready-to-cook prepared vegetables. At Branston we thrive to be the best, through our values and invest in our people. This is a fast-paced environment and looking for someone who is adaptable in their approach. Are you looking for a new role where you can develop your career? You will play a critical role in ensuring that our factory maintains a consistent supply of high-quality products at competitive prices, meeting customer demands throughout the year. This role is key in supporting the trading function to drive maximum sales and profitability. If you have a strong background in trading, procurement, and relationship management, and are passionate about delivering quality results, we invite you to apply and contribute to our dynamic team. What you will be doing: Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with growers, ensuring adequate conditioned stock is available at all times to meet customer needs. Actively monitor and communicate any quality issues to growers, coordinating alternative outlets when required. Develop and maintain regular contact with growers throughout the entire season, conducting farm visits and phone calls. Perform annual reviews to assess performance and strengthen relationships. Keep the Procurement Manager informed about any potential issues affecting purchases, sales, or operations. Maintain close coordination with the Procurement Coordinator and Finance team to manage customer credit limits, payment terms, and manage business financial risks. Regularly update all relevant sites about trading activities. Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed and in place before proceeding with any transactions (sales or purchases), including due diligence documents, passports, and other required certifications. What we want from you: Essential Experience in a high volume trading or procurement role Proficient in building and managing lasting relationships with growers Advanced Microsoft Office word and excel skills Strong organisational skills Desirable Previous fresh produce or food manufacturing experience
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