Buyer

Adecco; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Buyer to join their dynamic team in Basingstoke. This role offers the opportunity to manage supplier relationships and optimize stock levels in a supportive environment. With a focus on professional development, the company provides generous leave, special days off, and family-friendly policies. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence and growth, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid time off for birthday

Comprehensive parental leave packages

Well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Purchasing department is essential.
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels to meet customer demand and balance cash flow.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage order confirmations.

Skills

Purchasing Experience

Strong Communication Skills

Numeracy Skills

Growth Mindset

Job description

Job Title: Buyer
Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid Working)
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Salary: 35,600 (Basic & Bonus)
Hours: Full Time (Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm) on a Hybrid model

Are you ready to elevate your purchasing career in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment? If so, our client is looking for a motivated Buyer to join their vibrant team! Here, you'll have the autonomy to manage your own portfolio of suppliers while ensuring excellent service levels and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do:
As a Buyer, you'll be at the heart of our purchasing operations, where your contributions will make a significant impact. Your key responsibilities include:

• Stock Management: Maintain optimal stock levels to meet customer demand while effectively balancing cash flow, stock turns, and warehouse space.
• Supplier Relations: Act as the primary purchasing contact for both internal and external stakeholders. Negotiate with suppliers, manage order confirmations, and participate in supplier meetings and product launches.
• Performance Monitoring: Keep a close eye on stock levels against targets, update estimated arrival times (ETAs), and ensure timely resolution of invoice and delivery disputes.
• Efficiency optimisation: Collaborate with vendors and commercial teams to manage aged stock through regular reviews, ensuring accurate forecasting of end-of-month and end-of-quarter stock levels.

What We're Looking For:
We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment! To excel in this role, you'll need:

• Purchasing Experience: Proven experience working within a Purchasing department.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent relationship management abilities to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
• Numeracy Skills: A solid foundation in working with numbers, as data analysis is key.
• Growth Mindset: A willingness to learn and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm.

Your Rewards and Benefits:
Join a team that values your well-being and professional development! Enjoy the following perks:

• Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Special Days Off: Paid time off for your birthday and opportunities for volunteering.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Comprehensive parental leave packages and well-being programmes.
• Supportive Environment: Work in an inclusive atmosphere where your growth is our priority!

Flexible Work Options:
While this role is primarily based on-site in Basingstoke, we're open to discussing flexible work arrangements that benefit you, our customers, and our business.

How to Apply:
If you're excited about this opportunity and ready to take the next step in your purchasing career, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and become a vital part of a team that's dedicated to excellence and growth.

Join our client as a Buyer and embark on an exciting journey where your skills and ambitions can truly shine!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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