JOB OVERVIEW

To fuel continued growth, we are recruiting for a buyer to support our operations team. This is an excellent opportunity to join our friendly team and work in a highly rewarding role. We are looking for someone who is proactive with ideas and actions, enthusiastic and will demonstrate a desire to help the business grow.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Educated to GCSE level. Must have GCSE Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above
• Competent using a PC & working knowledge of Excel and Outlook
• Working knowledge and understanding of INCOTERMS and shipping terms is desirable, but not essential
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail
• Confident, well organised multi-tasker
• Strong negotiation skills
• Customer service focus
• Ability to work to deadlines
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: From £24,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/09/202

• To obtain and provide the best option to our customers (based on price, delivery, availability) following their request for quotation.
• Monitor & ensure all goods are delivered to our customers on time, and in accordance with their order.
• Process data from customer request for quotation documents into our bespoke computer system
• Place purchase orders on suppliers
• Using our computer system and own research, identify best price options for requested goods
• Chase suppliers for quotations and delivery dates
• Support senior buyers with workload as required
• Ensure materials being supplied meet the required specification and quality
• Answer incoming telephone calls
• Negotiation with suppliers in order to achieve the best price and terms
• Achieve monthly and annual targets