Job summary

A successful construction/manufacturing business require a Buyer. With the initial focus being on operational tasks, stock control and purchase order management this role is well suited to a Junior Buyer or Purchasing Assistant stepping-up.

Key skills required for this role

Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement

Important

Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement

Job description

A successful and expanding construction/manufacturing business require a Buyer. With the initial focus being on operational tasks, stock control and purchase order management this role is well suited to a Junior Buyer or Purchasing Assistant stepping-up.

The Buyer will join a supportive team of Buyers and Stock Controllers reporting into a Procurement Manager. The role will become more strategic and complex in-time, with the initial focus on being on managing the purchase order process, monitoring stock levels and building relationships with suppliers.

Specific duties of the Buyer include:

• Providing administrative support to the Procurement Manager and wider procurement team
• Supplier relationship management - monitor performance, build relationships and spot negotiations
• Supply market intelligence activities and support decisions on supplier selection
• Liaison with 3PL partners and warehouse colleagues in regards to deliveries
• Monitor stock and inventory levels

Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Purchasing experience as a; Junior Buyer, Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Administrator etc
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commercial acumen
• IT skills
• Seeking progression and development opportunities