Assistant Buyer

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Job summary

The Conway Group seeks an Assistant Buyer to join our procurement team at our Head Office in Magherafelt. You will support procurement and logistics, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations and strong supplier relationships.

We value detail-oriented, commercially minded individuals who want to develop their career in procurement. This role offers training, progression opportunities, and a supportive team environment on site.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain or related discipline would be beneficial.
• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement or administration is desirable.
• Knowledge of purchasing systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of effective procurement processes.
• Assist with procurement of materials and services, ensuring requirements are met in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Review and process purchase orders for suppliers in relation to works orders.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability and delivery requirements.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers.
• Assist with negotiating pricing and securing competitive procurement deals.
• Monitor supplier performance and delivery schedules.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, systems and reports.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure materials and services are available when required.
• Provide general administrative and purchasing support to the procurement team.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organised

Interpersonal communication

MS Office proficient

Document management

Task prioritisation

Team collaboration

Pressure management

Procurement knowledge

Education

Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or related

Tools

Purchasing systems

ERP familiarity

Job description

Assistant Buyer

Due to the continued expansion of the Conway Group, we are seeking to recruit a Assistant Buyer to join our existing procurement team based at our Head Office in Magherafelt.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, commercially minded individual looking to develop their career within procurement. You will enjoy a varied role and play an important part in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our procurement and logistics processes.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual with an interest in procurement, purchasing and supplier management.

Main Duties to include but not limited to:

• Support the implementation and maintenance of effective procurement processes.
• Assist with procurement of materials and services, ensuring requirements are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Review and process purchase orders for suppliers in relation to works orders.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability and delivery requirements.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers.
• Assist with negotiating pricing and securing competitive procurement deals.
• Monitor supplier performance and delivery schedules.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, systems and reports.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure materials and services are available when required.
• Provide general administrative and purchasing support to the procurement team.

About the role

Key Skills

• Proactive and positive attitude, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Good document management and administration skills.
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and use initiative when required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
• A willingness to learn and develop within a procurement environment.

Desirable Criteria

• Degree or similar qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or a related discipline would be beneficial.
• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, supply chain or administration role.
• Knowledge of purchasing systems would be beneficial.

Remuneration

For the successful candidate, an attractive remuneration package based on experience, along with excellent training, development and career progression opportunities, will be offered.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish or further develop their career within procurement and supply chain.

Conway Group is an equal-opportunity employer.

www.conwaygroup.co.uk

Please note that under GDPR regulations, by applying for this position, you are giving Conway Group permission to retain your personal information for the purposes of your application.

About the company

The Conway Group started in 1974 with PJ and Tillie Conway establishing PJ Conway Contractors Limited. It has since expanded into Property and Healthcare, forming the Conway Group of Companies. Our team's expertise and commitment to excellence have built a reputation for quality and driven growth. We focus on meeting clients' needs and are recognized as market leaders in Property development, investment, asset management, Construction, and Healthcare.