£33K/yr to £35K/yr
Epping Forest, England
Permanent, Variable

Assistant Buyer

Posted by Streamline Search Ltd.

Our client is a specialist contractor for fully supported, hard metal roofing and cladding for commercial and residential properties in the UK and overseas. They also have a flat roofing division, offering all of the UK's largest manufacturers' systems.

They are looking to add a Buyer to their growing and experienced team. The Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of goods and services according to their needs and demands for their Roofing and cladding requirements.

What's in it for you?

  • £33,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience).
  • Monday - Friday 08:00 - 5:00 (Office based).
  • 20 days holidays + bank holidays.
  • Christmas & New year shutdown (Don't need to save days for this period).
  • Pension - Option to join the NEST pension scheme.
  • Parking on site.

Responsibilities

  • Procurement and scheduling of products, materials, plant, and equipment.
  • Ensuring purchases offer best value.
  • Monitoring and reporting of price increases, updating internal spread sheets.
  • Tracking orders and proactively addressing any failed or late deliveries.
  • Arranging the return of non-conforming products.
  • Maintaining and developing the supply chain.
  • Identification of new products.
  • Processing of purchase ledger records.

Requirements

  • Purchasing experience in roofing, cladding, or an aligned industry.
  • Experience and/or education in procurement and inventory management.
  • Working knowledge of computer programs for word processing, email, and spreadsheets.
  • Able to read and interpret project drawings and specifications (preferred).

*Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs.

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