Junior Buyer

To work with the Purchasing Team, to ensure effective procurement and scheduling of the business’ requirements.
- An understanding of supply chain management.
- Excellent attention to detail and high standards for quality.
- Building relationships with suppliers and negotiating with them for the best price, quantities and delivery timescales.
- Visiting suppliers to carry out vendor assessment and audit.
- Processing requisitions and updating order originators on the status of orders.
- Coordinating with material controllers.
- Monitoring stock levels and escalating any discrepancies or rejections to suppliers.
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft office.
- Financial and accounting knowledge.
- Supporting the wider team / business where appropriate.

**Qualifications**:

- CIPS, although not essential as support will be given.
- Training will be provided in line with business and statutory requirements.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £11.00-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

COVID-19 considerations:
N/A

**Education**:

- A-Level or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- admin / purchasing: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person