Assistant Buyer

6 months ago


Braintree, United Kingdom Advanced Utility Networks Full time

We are looking for a proactive and efficient Assistant Buyer to join our team on a 4 month FTC. As an integral part of our buying department, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and timely procurement of materials and equipment.

**So, what will you be doing**?
Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with the buying team to assist in purchasing activities, such as researching suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms, and placing orders in a timely manner. You will communicate effectively with other departments to understand their requirements and align procurement needs accordingly. Additionally, you will monitor inventory levels, track order statuses, and proactively resolve any issues that may arise to ensure on-time delivery

You will also:

- Liaise with suppliers, planning teams, operations managers and site teams, ensuring information is accurately communicated promptly and efficiently.
- Ensure all materials and equipment are delivered to sites within the required timeframe.
- Raise Purchase orders, cross-check invoices and query differences.
- Proactively resolve any issues or delays in the procurement process to minimize disruptions.
- Continuous improvement and implementation of project work to enhance a consistently evolving department.

**The Person**:
Working closely with our experienced buying team, your exceptional communication skills and ability to prioritise tasks will be essential in coordinating purchasing activities. Your attention to detail and dedication to delivering results will contribute to the overall success of our organisation.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build long-lasting relationships.
- Ability to work within a team, and equally on own initiative.
- Great attention to detail and ability to input accurate information.
- Ability to work to deadlines and time frames.
- A proactive and hands-on approach
- The ability to work under pressure within a deadline-driven environment.

**Our Benefits**:
Our company is devoted to ensuring our staff receives a comprehensive selection of rewards and perks. We acknowledge that employment is merely a portion of our daily routine, and our objective is to provide our team members with a broad spectrum of versatile benefits that cater to their needs. We take pride in offering a diverse assortment of options to support all lifestyles, with a majority of these benefits accessible throughout the year. Our benefits/perks consist of:

- Staggered Start & Finish Times
- Hybrid Working Options
- Life Cover
- Attractive Holiday Allowance
- EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Wellbeing Services
- Long Service Awards
- Volunteering Scheme
- Christmas Shutdown
- Buy Additional Holiday

And much more

As the business that continues to define multi utility in the residential market, TriConnex works tirelessly to ensure that our residential developer clients have access to experts in all existing and emerging utilities.

Providing the widest product range, solely to the residential sector, equals a greater customer experience. This is why we are regarded by so many as offering the best customer service in the industry.

Tel**:01376 559 550


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