Mandarin Speaking Food Buyer

Portfolio Procurement have been engaged by our leading Kent based food client to recruit for a Mandarin Speaking Buyer. The role: You will be responsible for purchasing raw materials, packaging materials, production consumables, and supporting production planning to ensure stable factory operations, cost efficiency, and supply continuity. Key Responsibilities: • Purchasing & Supply Management • Purchase raw materials, packaging materials, ingredients, and production consumables according to production requirements. • Monitor stock levels and ensure sufficient material availability to avoid production interruption. • Raise and manage purchase orders through SAP or internal systems. • Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure on-time arrivals. • Follow up supplier shortages, delays, and quality issues promptly. • Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing information, and supplier data Experience and Skills: • Previous experience in purchasing from within a Food or FMCG business. • Fluent mandarin speaker • Strong organisational and communication skills. • Good Excel and data management skills. • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Good attention to detail and problem-solving ability. • Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments. 51807DHR INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.