Assistant Buyer

Talent; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent in Watford is seeking an Administrator Buyer on a 12-month contract with hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Watford offices and 4 days working from home. The role focuses on keeping operations running smoothly and supporting procurement projects.

You will manage data and systems, maintain Excel trackers, coordinate the team, and assist with tendering and contracts using Salesforce, taking ownership of entry-level categories and supporting senior buyers.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement/administration is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate data and spreadsheets.
• Strong coordination skills for scheduling and meetings.
• Comfort drafting contracts and supporting tendering processes.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Data Management: Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets and sales trackers to keep information centralised and accurate.
• Systems Oversight: Regularly update procurement databases and ensure data integrity.
• Team Coordination: Organise team meetings, manage schedules, and provide general admin support.
• Category Ownership: Take responsibility for 1–2 entry-level categories.
• Contract Management: Draft and support contracts with the wider team on larger agreements.
• Tendering Support: Assist senior buyers with tendering for high-value contracts.
• Systems Usage: Work within Salesforce and related procurement software.

Skills

Data management

Team coordination

Procurement administration

Tools

Salesforce

Excel

Job description

12 Month Contract with extension/perm possibility

Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the Watford offices 4 days WFH

We are supporting our hospitality client who require an Administrator Buyer for the next 12 months on a contract basis. This position is split into two core focuses: keeping operations running smoothly and supporting high-level procurement projects.

This would suit someone with 12-18 months experience who wants to work for a global business.

Procurement Administration & Team Support

• Data Management: Maintain and update essential Excel spreadsheets and sales trackers to ensure all information is centralised and accurate.
• Systems Oversight: Regularly update and maintain our procurement databases.
• Team Coordination: Organising team meetings, managing schedules, and providing general administrative support.

Buying & Strategic Growth

• Category Ownership: Take ownership of 1 or 2 entry-level categories
• Contract Management: Draft and write contracts, collaborating with the wider team on larger agreements.
• Tendering Support: Assist senior buyers with tendering processes for high-value contracts.
• Systems Usage: Work within industry-leading software including Salesforce