Junior buyer

AMP Rose are a well-established packaging automation company with roots going back to the early 1930s, with many patents.

We are looking for a highly motivated Junior Buyer to join our growing team.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth procurement of materials and equipment for our team of engineers to build world renowned packaging automation machines.

Behavioural Competencies

* Building Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

* Commercial Acumen: Demonstrate a strong understanding of commercial principles, including cost negotiation, budgeting, and value analysis.

* Organization and Planning: Prioritise workloads effectively with a changing environment, manage time efficiently, and meet deadlines consistently.

* Problem-Solving: Identify and solve procurement challenges independently, whilst seeking guidance when necessary.

Technical Competencies

* Collecting and analysing data to help predict trends and forecast sales figures.

* Identifying quality standards and ensuring that all products meet those standards.

* Negotiating with suppliers to agree prices, quantities, delivery schedules and exclusivity deals.

* Working with the inventory management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products.

* Delivering reports on sales data, marketing activity and other metrics to the senior management team and other stakeholders.

* Prepare and issue purchase orders following company policy.

* Track and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.

* Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.

* Manage supplier relationships, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.

* Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities throughout the procurement and supply chain processes.

* Stay up-to-date with market trends and new product developments within the interior fit-out industry.

* Proficient in Word/Excel/PowerPoint.

Personal Specification

* Relevant experience as a buying assistant / junior buyer or high-level administrator.

* Strong understanding of procurement principles and best practices.

* Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.

* Experience in using procurement software systems.

* A meticulous and detail-oriented approach to work.

* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

* Strong organisational and time management skills.

* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Strong Excel or database skills would be advantageous.

Benefits

* Competitive salary and benefits package, 2x Death in service policy, Company pension

* Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects.

* Monday to Friday