Buyer

Nub News; Gaydon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Nub News in Gaydon, UK, is hiring a detail‑oriented Buyer for the Aftermarket Department on a 12‑month contract. You will help maintain optimal inventory levels, support timely procurement, and build strong supplier relationships to secure value and continuity.

Key duties include supplier evaluation and negotiations, collaboration with Logistics and Supply Chain, processing purchase orders in SAP, managing requisitions and delivery schedules, and driving procurement improvements across the team.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to communicate clearly with suppliers.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles, logistics, and merchandising practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating supplier options and negotiating favorable terms.
• Collaborate with Logistics and Supply Chain to understand procurement needs.
• Utilise ERP systems like SAP to process purchase orders and track inventory levels.
• Support management of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain records of procurement activities and supplier communications.
• Monitor logistics processes to coordinate transportation and delivery schedules.
• Contribute to procurement process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relations

SAP/ERP experience

Inventory management

Procurement processes

Tools

SAP

Job description

WhereGaydonWhatRetail & Consumer ProductsTypeContractSalary27.26 HourlyBuyer12 Month ContractBased in Gaydon27.26 per hour - Inside IR35 - Umbrella RateJob SummaryWe are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Buyer in the Aftermarket Department. Your proactive approach will help ensure timely procurement, optimal inventory levels, and strong supplier relationships.DutiesAssist in evaluating supplier options and conducting negotiations to secure favorable terms and pricingCollaborate with cross-functional teams such as Logistics, and Supply Chain to understand procurement needsUtilize ERP systems like SAP to process purchase orders and track inventory levelsSupport the management of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of goodsMaintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier communicationsMonitor logistics processes to coordinate transportation and delivery schedules effectivelyContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement process to optimize efficiencyRequirementsStrong negotiation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with suppliersKnowledge of supply chain principles, logistics, and merchandising practicesExcellent organizational skills with attention to detailAbility to work collaboratively within a team environment and adapt quickly to changing prioritiesPrior experience or familiarity with procurement or purchasing rolesExcellent Opportunity with immediate starts available