Buyer

UBT; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Supply Chain team as a Buyer / Demand Planner, where you will balance stock availability with cost efficiency. This role is pivotal in forecasting trends and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery. You will collaborate across functions, drive process improvements, and play a key role in meeting service and performance targets. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow their career in a fast-paced environment. Be part of a team that values excellence and innovation!

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays

On-site parking

Snacks, drinks, and fruits provided

Company bonus scheme based on performance

Standard pension scheme

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and numeracy skills.
• Proficient in Excel and managing large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels and place timely, accurate orders.
• Collaborate with teams to develop demand forecasts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost management skills

Strong numeracy and literacy skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

CIPS or relevant qualifications

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Buyer / Demand Planner - Coulsdon

Location: Coulsdon

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00

About The Role

We are seeking a commercially aware, detail-oriented Buyer / Demand Planner to join our dynamic Supply Chain team in Coulsdon. This role involves balancing stock availability with cost efficiency, forecasting trends, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery within budget. You will play a key role in meeting our service and performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels and place timely, accurate orders
• Maintain data integrity for pricing, stock, and delivery schedules
• Build and negotiate with suppliers, review performance
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Marketing to develop demand forecasts
• Lead process improvements in procurement and demand planning
• Drive the S&OP process to align supply with business demand

Key Behaviours

We value candidates who demonstrate:

• Courage to challenge and drive improvements
• Excellence in maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment
• Collaboration across functions and strong relationship-building skills
• Career motivation and a desire for growth within the company

Minimum Requirements

Essential:

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and handling large data sets
• Cost management skills

Desirable:

• Procurement or supply chain experience
• CIPS or relevant qualifications
• Experience with procurement software
• Negotiation and multitasking abilities

Benefits

Join us for a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• On-site parking
• Snacks, drinks, and fruits provided
• Company bonus scheme based on performance
• Standard pension scheme

If you're ready to advance your career and be part of a team that values excellence, apply now! We look forward to hearing from you.