Assistant Buyer - Energy Projects & Procurement

Dalkia UK; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable energy services company in the United Kingdom is recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to support its procurement team. This role involves proactively sourcing materials and maintaining supplier relationships, essential for ensuring smooth supply chain operations. Candidates should have experience in procurement or supply chain management, be organised, and possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

1:30pm finish on Fridays!

Pension Scheme with 6% employer contribution

Health cash back plan

Life assurance at 4 times your basic salary

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

Access to discounts through My Perks

Access to training portal

Reimbursement for professional membership fee

Necessary equipment for job role

Qualifications

• Experience in a purchasing or supply chain management role within a construction business.
• Must be organised and competent in established processes.
• Proactive with excellent time management skills.
• Analytical awareness and problem solving ability.
• Desire to train and develop management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the sourcing and purchasing of materials, equipment, and services.
• Manage supplier relationships and prepare purchase orders.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Excellent time management

Analytical awareness

Problem solving

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Rational skills

Competent in established processes

Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Experience in purchasing or supply chain management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft NAV

Job description

A sustainable energy services company in the United Kingdom is recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to support its procurement team. This role involves proactively sourcing materials and maintaining supplier relationships, essential for ensuring smooth supply chain operations. Candidates should have experience in procurement or supply chain management, be organised, and possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a variety of employee benefits.