Assistant Buyer

Balmoral Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturing company is seeking an Assistant Buyer based in Rotherham. The role involves procuring goods ethically and ensuring timely delivery, along with cost reduction projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement and strong organizational skills, with qualifications including GCSEs in Maths and English. This full-time position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values responsiveness and reliability.

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.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details.
• Support Purchasing in sourcing new suppliers and obtaining quotes.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth procurement.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Purchasing

Organizational skills

AS400

Math

Pricing

Analysis Skills

Merchandising

Microsoft Excel

Retail Math

Administrative Experience

Negotiation

Education

GCSEs or equivalent especially 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 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 clients 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.

Required Experience

Junior IC

Key Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Purchasing
• Organizational skills
• AS400
• Math
• Pricing
• Analysis Skills
• Merchandising
• Microsoft Excel
• Retail Math
• Administrative Experience
• Negotiation

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1