Assistant Buyer

Diana B. Beauty; Bilston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing beauty company in Bilston is seeking a motivated Assistant Buyer to join their purchasing team. The ideal candidate will manage purchase orders, maintain supplier data, and support the procurement team while building strong supplier relationships. This full-time, on-site position offers genuine career growth and development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer or in a purchasing/supply chain role.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Confident communicator with relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders following company procedures.
• Maintain accurate supplier and product data.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm orders and track deliveries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Proactivity

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Location: On-site
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About The Role

We are assisting an established, but growing SME that is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to join their expanding purchasing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to grow and develop within a business. As an Assistant Buyer, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day purchasing operations, supporting the wider procurement team, and helping maintain strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, process, and manage purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate supplier and product data, including pricing, lead times, and contact details.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm orders, track deliveries, and resolve discrepancies.
• Support reporting, KPI tracking, and purchasing analysis using Excel and ERP systems.
• Provide administrative support and cover for team members when required.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Assistant Buyer or in a purchasing or supply chain role preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel); ERP experience.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and progress within the role.

This full-time, on-site Assistant Buyer position offers genuine career growth and development opportunities within a supportive, collaborative team. If you're an enthusiastic and ambitious individual looking to build a successful career in procurement.

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