Buyer / Purchaser (Energy / Construction)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Benefits

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited in Watford is seeking an ambitious candidate to join their procurement team as a Buyer/ Purchaser. You will start in a supported role, making outbound calls to source goods within the energy, construction and mining sectors, while gaining on-the-job training to progress into a fully-fledged Buyer.

The role offers an established training plan, clear progression, and a competitive bonus scheme within a rapidly growing, global company based in Watford with a strong

Qualifications

• Logistics or supply chain background required.
• Ambition to progress to Buyer role.
• Ability to commute to Watford.

Responsibilities

• Making outbound calls, negotiating with suppliers and providing quotes
• Working within the energy, construction and mining sectors
• Ongoing training through shadowing within a close-knit office
• Fully office based, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

Skills

Logistics / supply chain background

Willing to become Buyer

Job description

Buyer / Purchaser (Energy / Construction)
27,000 - 29,000 + Bonus (OTE up to 40k) + Progression + Training + Company Benefits
Watford, Hertfordshire

Are you from any supply chain/logistics background, looking to kickstart a career in procurement with full on-the-job training to become a fully-fledged Buyer?

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing, global company, offering full internal training, plenty of progression, and an excellent bonus scheme?

In this role you will be working within a close-knit procurement team who will help mould and develop your skills, allowing you to progress into a fully-fledged Buyer. You will be making outbound sales calls to source a range of goods from around the world, working within the energy, construction, and mining industries.

Since their incorporation nearly 20 years ago this procurement company pride themselves on their excellent levels of growth in recent years, boasting multiple offices and an every growing portfolio of blue-chip clients. They continuously develop and progress their staff, allowing clear pathways to senior roles such as Senior Buyer and Account Manager in the near future.

This role would suit somebody perhaps from a supply chain, logistics, or procurement background for a challenging yet rewarding role, utilising their communication skills and attention to detail to build a career within sales.

The Role:

• Making outbound calls, negotiating with suppliers and providing quotes
• Working within the energy, construction and mining sectors
• Ongoing training through shadowing within a close-knit office
• Fully office based, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

The Person:

• Logistics / supply chain background
• Looking to become a Buyer
• Able to commute to Watford

Reference number: BBBH26556

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.