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At Foodari, it’s our team that make us different. That’s why we are looking for warm, positive and committed individuals to come and join us. If you are seeking a role where you can truly make a difference, where you are more than a number and where you can work with a welcoming team then please contact us on recruitment@foodari.com

Due to our beautiful rural location, your own transport is required!

Purchasing Assistant

We are currently seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support our Purchasing Manager. This is your opportunity to be a key player in enhancing Foodari's brand and making real impact on our purchasing operation. We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for quality, innovation, and exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Purchasing Manager and Quality Control team in evaluating suppliers and products
Participate in the selection of fresh produce items for purchase
Maintain and nurture relationships with existing suppliers
Monitor inventory levels and support stock management activities
Collaborate with the marketing team to promote produce items
Assist with the analytics of sales data to inform purchasing decisions
Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards

Development opportunities:

After settling into the role, conduct market research to identify trends, pricing and product availability
As you gain the experience, take in the responsibility of sourcing and evaluating new suppliers and products
Support the negotiation of pricing and terms with suppliers, gaining valuable skills in supplier management and contract negotiation
Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing insights on market trends and offering suggestions for purchasing improvements.

Ideal candidate must have:

Strong communication and negotiation skills
Basic understanding of procurement process and supply chain management
Familiarity with fresh produce categories and seasonal trends
Proficiency in MS office suite; knowledge of procurement software is a plus
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, team - oriented environment
Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills

Personal attributes:

Enthusiastic and eager to learn about the fresh produce industry
Strong problem-solving abilities with a critical mindset
Passion for food quality, sustainability and innovation.
Highly organised, analytical, and accurate
Motivated to develop professionally with the purchasing field

Additional Information:

Opportunities for professional development within the company
Potential for career advancement to a Buyer position based on experience and performance
On-the-job training and the opportunity to undertake relevant additional courses after the probation period

What we offer:

Salary: £27,000 per annum
Opportunities for professional growth and career development
A dynamic and collaborative work environment
Engaging, diverse responsibilities within a growing business
Discounted food and monthly food vouchers
Full training provided, including on-the-job learning
Company social activities and quarterly awards
Reward scheme for friend referrals
Onsite free refreshments

Job type: Full-time; Permanent

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm. This role is office based.

If you are looking for opportunity to grow your career in purchasing while contributing to an innovative team, please click here to send us your CV and a cover letter.

We looking to hear from you!

Term-time Delivery Driver (Farm)

Join our team at Foodari to help deliver fresh produce across South East England. As multi-drop driver, you will be the face of our business, providing excellent service to customers ranging from Michelin-star restaurants to local schools.

This is a permanent role during school term-time, totalling 182 working days per year. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays, starting around 5am and finishing 2pm.

Your responsibilities will include providing excellent customer service, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries and maintaining high standard on the road.

The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 2 years driving experience and would be able to work independently. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from candidates under 25' due to insurance policies.

We offer £19,650 per annum, along with a yearly bonus, company pension, employee discounts for our products. If you are ready to join our team Click here to apply now!

Market Assistant Buyer

We are currently seeking a Market Assistant Buyer to support our Market Team. This is your opportunity to be a key player in enhancing Foodari's Market function and making s real impact on out operations. We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for quality, innovation and exceptional service.

This is a hands on role, with an element of office duties. Nightly traveling with our market buyer up to London in a company van, to purchase products and negotiate prices. These orders are then delivered to is at the market. Stock will need to be quality checked and prepared for our drivers to collect.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Market Buyer in organising stock allocation and loading/unloading van
Assist the Market Buyer and QC team in evaluating suppliers and products
Participate in the selection of fresh produce items for purchase
Maintain and nurture relationships with existing suppliers
Supporting Transport dispatch by helping drivers find the stock they need to add to their orders
Booking in purchase receipts on to our system
Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards

Opportunities to Grow:

As you gain experience, take on the responsibility of sourcing and evaluating new suppliers and products
In the long term, support the negotiation of pricing and terms with suppliers, gaining valuable skills in supplier management
Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing insights on market trends and offering suggestions for purchasing improvements

Ideal candidate must have:

Strong Communication and negotiation skills
Basic understanding in procurement and supply chain management
Familiarity with fresh produce categories and seasonal trends
Ability to work effectively with a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Strong attention to detail
Full UK category B driving licence, preferably with experience of driving 3.5 ton van (must be over 25 for insurance purposes)

What we offer:

Salary: £28,500 per annum
Opportunities for professional growth and career development
A dynamic and collaborative work environment
Engaging, diverse responsibilities within a growing business
Discounted food and monthly food vouchers
Full training provided, including on-the-job learning
Company social activities and quarterly awards
Onsite free refreshments

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: 10pm - 7am; Sunday to Thursday

If you are looking for opportunity to grow your career in purchasing while contributing to an innovative team, please click here to send us your CV.

Purchasing Assistant ​

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Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Purchasing Manager and Quality Control team in evaluating suppliers and products

Participate in the selection of fresh produce items for purchase

Maintain and nurture relationships with existing suppliers

Monitor inventory levels and support stock management activities

Collaborate with the marketing team to promote produce items

Assist with the analytics of sales data to inform purchasing decisions

Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards

Development opportunities:

After settling into the role, conduct market research to identify trends, pricing and product availability

As you gain the experience, take in the responsibility of sourcing and evaluating new suppliers and products

Support the negotiation of pricing and terms with suppliers, gaining valuable skills in supplier management and contract negotiation

Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing insights on market trends and offering suggestions for purchasing improvements.

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Ideal candidate must have:

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Basic understanding of procurement process and supply chain management

Familiarity with fresh produce categories and seasonal trends

Proficiency in MS office suite; knowledge of procurement software is a plus

Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, team - oriented environment

Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills

​

Personal attributes:

Enthusiastic and eager to learn about the fresh produce industry

Strong problem-solving abilities with a critical mindset

Passion for food quality, sustainability and innovation.

Highly organised, analytical, and accurate

Motivated to develop professionally with the purchasing field

​

Additional Information:

Opportunities for professional development within the company

Potential for career advancement to a Buyer position based on experience and performance

On-the-job training and the opportunity to undertake relevant additional courses after the probation period

​

What we offer:

Salary: £27,000 per annum

Opportunities for professional growth and career development

A dynamic and collaborative work environment

Engaging, diverse responsibilities within a growing business

Discounted food and monthly food vouchers

Full training provided, including on-the-job learning

Company social activities and quarterly awards

Reward scheme for friend referrals

Onsite free refreshments

​

Job type: Full-time; Permanent

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm. This role is office based.

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If you are looking for opportunity to grow your career in purchasing while contributing to an innovative team, please click here to send us your CV and a cover letter.

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We looking to hear from you! ​

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Term-time Delivery Driver (Farm)​

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Join our team at Foodari to help deliver fresh produce across South East England. As multi-drop driver, you will be the face of our business, providing excellent service to customers ranging from Michelin-star restaurants to local schools.

​

This is a permanent role during school term-time, totalling 182 working days per year. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays, starting around 5am and finishing 2pm.

​Your responsibilities will include providing excellent customer service, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries and maintaining high standard on the road.

​

The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 2 years driving experience and would be able to work independently. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from candidates under 25' due to insurance policies.

We offer £19,650 per annum, along with a yearly bonus, company pension, employee discounts for our products. If you are ready to join our team Click here to apply now! ​​​​​

Market Assistant Buyer ​

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Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Market Buyer in organising stock allocation and loading/unloading van

Assist the Market Buyer and QC team in evaluating suppliers and products

Participate in the selection of fresh produce items for purchase

Maintain and nurture relationships with existing suppliers

Supporting Transport dispatch by helping drivers find the stock they need to add to their orders

Booking in purchase receipts on to our system

Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards

​

Opportunities to Grow:

As you gain experience, take on the responsibility of sourcing and evaluating new suppliers and products

In the long term, support the negotiation of pricing and terms with suppliers, gaining valuable skills in supplier management

Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing insights on market trends and offering suggestions for purchasing improvements

Purchasing Assistant

We looking to hear from you!

Term-time Delivery Driver (Farm)

Your responsibilities will include providing excellent customer service, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries and maintaining high standard on the road.

We offer £19,650 per annum, along with a yearly bonus, company pension, employee discounts for our products. If you are ready to join our team Click here to apply now!

Market Assistant Buyer

Strong Communication and negotiation skills

If you are looking for opportunity to grow your career in purchasing while contributing to an innovative team, please click here to send us your CV.