Buying Assistant

3 months ago


Walsall, United Kingdom Poundland&Dealz Full time

Responsibilities:

- Assist the Buyer in all aspects of the procurement process, including sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials and products.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any issues that may arise.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels, and supplier information.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify potential opportunities or risks.
- Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies to optimize cost savings and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, such as logistics, finance, and sales, to ensure smooth operations.

**Experience**:

- Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role is preferred.
- Proficiency in using Edwards or similar ERP systems for procurement activities.
- Familiarity with SAP, AS400, Oracle EBS, or other supply chain management software is a plus.
- Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Ability to analyze data and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person


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