Materials Buyer

2 weeks ago

Ashford, United Kingdom G W & E Wright Ltd Full time

G W & E Wright is looking for a Buyer to join our established team at our office in Ashford, Kent. You will be responsible for the procurement of all materials, using our preferred electrical suppliers.

**Responsibilities**
- Processing day to day materials orders
- Liaising between Electricians, Supervisors and Contracts Managers
- Managing 2nd fix materials kits and call-off sequencing
- Negotiating prices with suppliers
- Making recommendation for improvements and/or cost savings
- Managing office stores and stock takes
- Monitoring incoming invoices and returns

**Your experience**
- Experience in buying within the electrical industry.
- Experience in electrical accessories / lighting / distribution.

**Skills/Qualifications**
- Excellent numeracy skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Good understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

**Character & Attitude**
- Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
- Problem solver
- Able to keep a cool head under pressure
- Methodical, organised and accurate with excellent attention to detail

If you’re looking to join a great team, in an exciting, fast-paced, and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.

**Job Type**: Full-time

**Salary**: To be negotiated

**Benefits**:

- Company Pension
- Private Healthcare

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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