Working with the senior commercial managerial teams, you will develop and refine the current procurement plans to deliver the required margin, quality and availability to our ASDA customers
You will provide both new and improved varieties and products within the category scope to exceed the expectations of our customers whilst ensuring we are cost effective & competitive within the market
Maintaining all procurement satisfies GSCOP processes
As a strong communicator, you will liaise with our planners to support the control of stock and ensure our internal and external operations teams are aware of volumes and potential risks to enable them deliver the lowest cost supply route to market

You will have some capacity of buying experience either through a direct buying or buying assistant role (horticulture experience would be advantageous)
Demonstrate cost saving procurement solutions implemented in previous roles
An exceptional communicator - both verbally and written, you will able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, relationship building and networking ability
You will have used a of wide range of buying tools, including a sustainable sourcing approach (desirable)
You will have fantastic attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple complex and long lead time projects

At IPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment., Our purpose here at IPL, Forza & Kober is simple, we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers and our mission is to support Asda on their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace.

15% Asda In-store Discount
Annual Bonus Scheme
33 days Annual Leave - Inclusive of 8 days bank holiday
Enhanced pension scheme
Life Assurance - All our colleagues benefit from life assurance of 4 x their annual base salary
Help@hand - Free, direct access to health and wellbeing support service, including unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7, physiotherapy, and mental health support
Grocery Aid - We've partnered with Grocery Aid to provide our colleagues and their families with a wide range of emotional, practical, and financial support services
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off a wide range of Asda Mobile bundles and add-ons for our colleagues and one of their family members
Discounted health assessments - We have exclusively negotiated rates on Self-Pay BUPA Health Assessments for you and members of your household
Asda Pet Insurance discount - Up to 10% Discount
Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - MAB can provide fee-free, no-obligation mortgage and protection advice
Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money - our colleagues can get a better exchange rate for their travel money when buying currency through Asda Travel Money (TravelEx)
Ride-to-work scheme - We work with Evans to provide our colleagues with great savings across their range of bikes, clothing, and equipment
Care Concierge - The Care Experts. Talk to us - we're listening - Legal & General's Care Concierge resource

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