Assistant Buyer

Balmoral Offshore Engineering; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their purchasing team in Rotherham. This role involves procuring goods, managing supplier relationships, and supporting contract management. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement or administration, along with relevant educational qualifications like GCSEs. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, focusing on operational efficiency and supplier engagement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or procurement role is desirable.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry or manufacturing would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment in line with company policies.
• Assist in placing purchase orders and tracking deliveries.
• Support Purchasing in sourcing new suppliers and obtaining quotes.
• Establish and build good working relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Organisational skills

Detail-oriented

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Education

GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English

A-Levels or equivalent vocational qualifications

Job description

Assistant Buyer

Location: Balmoral Tanks Limited, Thurnscoe, Rotherham (with occasional UK travel)
Department: Purchasing
Reporting to: Procurement Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Assistant Buyer to join our team at Balmoral Tanks. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring category requirements ethically and ensuring on-time delivery to customers. Working closely with Purchasing you will support tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and supplier management activities. You will lead cost reduction and efficiency projects, establish and manage contracts with key suppliers, and maintain strong relationships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment in line with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of personal development and training.
• Assist in placing purchase orders and tracking deliveries to ensure timely arrival of goods.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding issues.
• Support Purchasing in sourcing new suppliers and obtaining quotes.
• Establish and build good working relationships with suppliers and to introduce and manage contracts with key suppliers.
• Adhere to the Approved Supplier procedure and maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL).
• Liaise with internal departments such as logistics, finance and operational teams to ensure smooth procurement process.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, contracts and supplier information.

What We’re Looking For

Works to a budget set by Finance/Sales team and highlights any discrepancies to Line Manager.

Identify and record any cost or efficiency saving activities.

Experience

• Previous experience in an administrative or procurement role is desirable.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry or manufacturing would be desirable.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent – especially in Maths and English.
• A-Levels or equivalent vocational qualifications.

Our Core Values – RATER

• R – Reliability: Keeping company promises – dates, prices, workmanship.
• A – Authority: Knowledge and expertise providing comfort and security to clients.
• T – Tangibles: Appearance of employees, contractors, vehicles, equipment, packaging, and behaviour.
• E – Empathy: Understanding of client’s needs and problems.
• R – Responsiveness: Willingness to help the client.

Why Join Us?

At Balmoral Tanks, we value reliability, authority, empathy, and responsiveness. You’ll be part of a dynamic team that embraces change and strives for excellence.