Buying Assistant

Solvitwales; Rugby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buying Assistant to join their dynamic team in Rugby. This exciting role involves working closely with the Purchasing Manager to ensure the best prices, quality, and delivery of goods. You'll be responsible for maintaining records, negotiating with suppliers, and building lasting vendor relationships. With a supportive team environment and opportunities for career development, this full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including an early finish on Fridays and a holiday purchase scheme. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a busy manufacturing setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary

Early finish on Fridays

Holiday purchase scheme

Pension scheme

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buying Assistant with strong negotiation skills.
• Fully computer literate with supplier management experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Negotiate prices and contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Buying Assistant experience

Negotiation skills

Computer literacy

Supplier relationship management

Tools

SAGE 200

SICON

Job description

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Job Details

• Location: Rugby
• Type: Full Time with an early finish on a Friday
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £30,000-£38,000 DOE
• Hours: 08:30 - 17:30, Friday finish at 1:00PM, 37.5 hours/week

About the Role

We are recruiting for a busy manufacturing company in Rugby seeking a Buying Assistant. You will work closely with the Purchasing Manager to meet company needs regarding price, quality, and delivery. Responsibilities include:

1. Maintaining records of goods ordered and received
2. Negotiating prices and contracts with suppliers
3. Building and maintaining vendor relationships
4. Selecting prospective vendors and negotiating contracts
5. General admin duties
6. Responding to calls from contractors, vendors, and suppliers

Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Early finish on Fridays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus

Candidate Requirements

• Previous Buying Assistant experience
• Fully computer literate
• Experience working with suppliers, negotiating prices, quality, and delivery
• Experience with SAGE 200 and/or SICON (beneficial)

If interested, APPLY NOW or text 'Buying Assistant Rugby' to [contact details].

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries: Construction