Senior Buyer - Packaging | Glasgow | Up to £50,000 + Benefits

Location: Glasgow

Sector: Procurement / Packaging

Salary: Up to £50,000 + benefits

Alexander Steele have partnered exclusively with a well-established and growing packaging business based in Glasgow to recruit a Senior Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the full procurement function and play a key role in driving commercial performance across the business.

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for managing all packaging procurement activities, leading a small buying team, and ensuring stock levels are well controlled to meet operational needs. This is a key leadership role within the business and offers a great platform for further progression.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and manage all procurement activities for packaging products across multiple categories.

* Build, maintain, and develop strong relationships with suppliers.

* Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value.

* Manage and develop a small team of Buyers and Procurement Assistants.

* Oversee and improve stock intake and inventory control.

* Monitor supplier performance, market trends, and pricing activity.

* Collaborate closely with operations, finance, and logistics to ensure effective supply chain operations.

What We're Looking For:

* Significant experience in a senior buying or procurement role, ideally within packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors.

* Proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts effectively.

* Experience leading or developing a procurement team.

* Excellent supplier relationship and stakeholder management skills.

* Strong commercial acumen and analytical mindset.

* Comfortable working with procurement and stock systems.

What's On Offer:

* Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.

* A comprehensive benefits package.

* The opportunity to shape the procurement function within a growing business.

* Long-term career prospects with a forward-thinking employer