Buying Manager - Seafood

We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Buying Manager to lead our Seafood category within the Manufacturing team in Grimsby. This is a high impact role where you will take ownership of the seafood proposition for Myton customers, balancing world class sourcing with manufacturing excellence.

As a Buying Manager, you won't just manage a supply base, you will support the category strategy, drive the end-to-end P&L, and act as the definitive authority on seafood across our manufacturing operations. You will bridge the gap between raw material procurement and retail execution to maximise margin, quality, and availability.

You will:

• Support and execute a multi-year category strategy that secures sustainable, high quality supply while delivering market leading value.
• Take ownership of category sales, margin targets, and the procurement budget. Identify commercial levers to mitigate inflation and optimise "total cost of ownership."
• Lead initiatives to boost yield and profitability, working closely with site teams to implement process improvements that minimise waste at scale.
• Act as the senior partner for Myton's retail and site directors, providing expert recommendations and high level reporting on market trends and performance.
• Set the benchmark for "best-in-class" operating procedures, ensuring rigorous adherence to food safety and Myton's premium quality standards.
• Lead the development of new product ranges by benchmarking against global competitors and translating consumer insights into a winning fish offering.

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional with a "big picture" mindset and the ability to influence at a senior level. You will have:

• Significant experience and a robust network within the UK and international seafood industry.
• Proven track record of managing complex P&Ls and delivering year-on-year cost savings and margin growth.
• Ability to analyse global market data and turn it into a clear, actionable sourcing roadmap.
• Deep understanding of the intersection between manufacturing efficiencies and retail reality.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the gravitas to lead taste panels, supplier negotiations, and internal change programs.
• A full driving license and a willingness to travel to suppliers and retail sites as the business requires.

In return for all your hard work, you will receive:

• 15% discount in store from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Annual bonus scheme
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Market leading pension scheme and life assurance
• Healthcare benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• 'MyPerks' giving you discount with over 850 retailers
• Free parking onsite
• Enhanced Family, Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Private Healthcare
• Car Allowance (company car provided in some instances)

Alive with activity, our modern Head Office is home to our corporate teams that make sure everything runs smoothly. Here, you'll find comfy breakout areas, a coffee shop, Morrisons Daily and a subsidised restaurant. We are within commuting distance of Leeds, Manchester and the Yorkshire Dales - and we even have free parking!

At our Head Office you will expect to find supplier showcases, charity fundraising and celebrations all year round for the events that mean the most to our colleagues.

There's more to our business as it's fast paced and ever changing, as such we've got lots of fresh opportunities for you to play your part in our success. We'd love to meet you!

At Morrisons, we're proud to be building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We want every colleague to feel respected, supported and able to be themselves at work. Different voices, experiences and ways of thinking help us grow and improve and that's good for our customers too.
We're always looking for people from all walks of life to join us and bring their talents to our team. Together, we can build a workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive, make a difference and belong.