Junior Buyer

☞ Seismic Recruitment

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Update day: 15-05-2024

Location: Peterlee North East

Category: Merchandising / Purchasing / Supply Chain

Industry: Transportation Logistics Supply Chain Storage

Position: Entry level

Job type: Full-time

Salary: £17.12 - £29.21

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Peterlee

10 Month Contract - likely to extend for the right person!

36.5 hours a week with a lunchtime finish on a Friday! (08:30-16:30 Mon-Thurs, 08.30 - 12:30 Fri)

Up to £21.75 per hour PAYE / Up to £29.20 per hour via an umbrella company

We’re looking for a Junior Buyer/Buyer/Purchasing Analyst to use their procurement expertise to implement local and regional sourcing strategy, for a globally renowned Fortune 100 articulated truck manufacturer in Peterlee. This is initially a 10 month contract, which is likely to extend for the right person! Could this excellent opportunity be the next step in your Purchasing career?

What will the Junior Buyer do?

  • Indirect purchasing - buying all items for the facility
  • Analyse financial reports, price proposals and other technical data
  • Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, review requisitions for goods and services.
  • Review/optimise suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability etc
  • Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes
  • Instruct colleagues on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods
  • Travel: travel is extremely limited, it’s rare you would be asked to travel.

What skills and experience will the Junior Buyer need?

  • Procurement background e.g. Junior Buyer or Purchasing Analyst - you’ll need to be able to analyse financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
  • Negotiation skills - used to working with suppliers to manage supply chain
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, positive outlook for a win/win resolution
  • Ability to prioritise work in a dynamic environment
  • Strong Excel skills. Used to using Microsoft Office, Visio & purchasing systems
  • Indirect purchasing experience would be an advantage
  • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and QCLDM - desirable

To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates
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Deadline: 29-06-2024

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