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Assistant Buyer

1 month ago

Reading, United Kingdom AWE plc Full time
If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

AWE is recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to support procurement to pay activities, from requesting quotations and placing orders (AMS/Fusion) to expediting and invoice queries. This includes ordering core stock items such as filters, valves, bolts etc.

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Package: £29,000 to £32,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience).

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Let us introduce the role

As the Assistant Buyer, you will be involved in the end-to-end management of purchase orders, including expediting and resolving invoice queries to meet business needs, and issuing requests for quotations (RFQ's). Your role will entail:

  • Provide operational support with supplier relationships to ensure on time delivery and payment of invoices.
  • Manage day to day buying activities, ensuring demands are understood and met with any issues dealt with promptly.
  • Assist with data collection and validation to support reporting.
  • Develop and maintain working relationships and awareness within the internal commercial function and external suppliers.


Who are we looking for?

We are seeking individuals with good communication skills, comfortable dealing with stakeholders of all levels, and who can build supplier relationships. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and prioritising workload.
  • Proficient with MS Office, including, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint.
  • Delivering objectives on time, in full.
  • Accuracy in data entry and attention to detail.
  • Experience working in a procurement or customer services environment.


Some reasons we think you'll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

  • 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
  • Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
  • Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
  • Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
  • Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
  • Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
  • Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.


The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Important things you need to know:

  • You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance.
  • We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.


Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2 days onsite per week.

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Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.