Buyer

1 week ago


Waterlooville PO, United Kingdom Kite Packaging Full time

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our team in Waterlooville.

Founded in 2001 with a unique philosophy of employee ownership, our company has grown from a greenfield start-up to become one of the leading businesses in our sector. We are proud to have received several industry awards, including:

  • Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies in the Midlands
  • Sunday Times Track 100 Fastest Profit Growth in the UK
  • Packaging Company of the Year (2023)

Our success is driven by continuous investment in our people, technology, and innovation - with a turnover of £169m in 2024.

The role of Buyer:

We are seeking a dynamic and commercially astute individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. This role is well-suited to someone at the early stages of their career who is driven, ambitious, and possesses a strong commercial mindset. Ideally, the candidate will have a foundational understanding of distribution, purchasing, and supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities:

The role will specifically cover the following areas:

  • Managing stock levels
  • Keeping track of and expediting purchase orders
  • Placing orders, and day to day dealing with suppliers
  • Processing enquires to exacting customer requirements in conjunction with account managers
  • Supporting the internal team with effective account management

Key Skills and Essential Experience:

  • Have experience within a commercial or purchasing environment
  • Be highly motivated
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Possess commercial awareness and entrepreneurial flair
  • Have experience of distribution/purchasing/supply chains/imports

What you will get:

  • Excellent competitive salary, including a generous bonus scheme
  • Great work – life balance, 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday
  • 22 days holiday, rising by 1 day each year up to 25, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
  • After 6 months: Life insurance, Company pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Optional private healthcare scheme
  • Eligibility to become a shareholder in the business after 6 months

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

  • Purchasing: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (preferred)

Location:

  • Waterlooville PO7 (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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