Buyer

Pertemps Banbury; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Buyer to manage supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and improve profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £40k depending on experience and an opportunity for immediate start.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing or buying role.
• Proven negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with suppliers and negotiate agreements.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability.
• Lead category reviews and manage product performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Relationship-building

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree or CIPS qualification

Job description

Overview

Buyer - Full Time / Permanent | Location: Oxford (towards Kidlington) | Reports to: Head of Purchasing | Salary: up to 40k DOE

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with suppliers and negotiate trading agreements
• Monitor product pricing and support promotional activity
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability and expand supplier base
• Attend trade shows and pitch new product ideas
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify trends
• Lead category reviews and manage product performance
• Handle new product enquiries and range development
• Analyse data and provide actionable insights to improve results

Person Profile

• Self-starter with a proactive mindset
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Organised and detail-oriented with analytical ability
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving and evolving environment
• Confident in challenging ideas and driving improvements
• Approachable and team-focused

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in a purchasing or buying role
• Proven negotiation skills with suppliers
• Degree or CIPS qualification desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and quick to learn new systems

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in purchasing while making a real impact. Immediate start available for the right candidate