Morgan McKinley is delighted to be working with a major player in Ireland's food supply sector to recruit a Fresh Food Buyer to join their expanding commercial team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced food procurement professional to take ownership of a high-impact product portfolio within a business known for innovation, quality, and strong market presence.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead sourcing strategy and supplier selection across fresh food product lines
- Manage full product lifecycle including onboarding new products and discontinuing underperforming lines
- Deliver financial targets relating to margin, rebate income, and promotional returns
- Conduct tender processes and negotiate supply agreements
- Develop strong and sustainable partnerships with suppliers
- Work closely with technical, quality, and marketing teams to support branded and own-label product initiatives
- Analyse sales trends, pricing structures, and margin performance
- Monitor competitor activity and identify growth opportunities
- Implement pricing and promotional strategies to support revenue growth
- Provide reporting and commercial insights to senior stakeholders
- Drive new product introduction initiatives aligned to market demand
- Represent the business at industry trade events and supplier showcases
Key Requirements
- 3+ years experience within food procurement, buying, or commercial sourcing
- Strong knowledge of fresh or perishable food supply chains
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier negotiations and deliver cost efficiencies
- Advanced Excel capability with strong presentation skills
- Full driving licence and flexibility to travel when required
