Junior Buyer
Our client is a specialist contractor for fully supported, hard metal roofing and cladding for commercial and residential properties across the UK and overseas.
They are now seeking a Junior Buyer to join their expanding team. This role will be responsible for procuring goods and services to meet the demands of their roofing and cladding projects, ensuring timely delivery and best value for the business.
Junior Buyer
What's in it for you?
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (Office based)
Up to £26,500 (Negotiable depending on experience)
Full training provided
20 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension
Junior Buyer
Responsibilities
Procure and schedule products, materials, plant, and equipment for multiple projects
Ensure purchases deliver best value and meet project requirements
Monitor and report price changes, updating internal spreadsheets
Track orders and proactively resolve any failed or late deliveries
Arrange the return of non-conforming products
Maintain and develop supplier relationships and the supply chain
Process purchase ledger records
Junior Buyer
Requirements
Experience and/or education in procurement and inventory management
Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and email
Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Ability to forward plan for multiple projects and prioritise workload
Strong interpersonal skills, able to build relationships and communicate effectively
Proactive, organised, and able to identify potential supply problems and solutions
Ability to undertake take-offs would be an advantage (training provided)
Experience in roofing, cladding, or construction preferred but not essential
Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications is desirable
Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our client's needs.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
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FullTime
- Category:
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Logistics