Buying Assistant

JDR Recruitment; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

JDR Recruitment is recruiting a Buying Assistant for a global brand in Salford Quays. The role starts on-site for two weeks, then moves to hybrid work with two days from home.

You'll handle product enquiries, research availability from multiple sources, and liaise with buyers to obtain pricing. Strong Excel skills and a proactive, organised approach are essential.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, with an equal opportunities policy and a clear path to develop a career in buying and procurement.

Qualifications

• Experience in buying/procurement is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong computer literacy incl. Excel.
• Hardworking and keen to learn and develop.
• People person with strong communication skills.
• Strong organisational and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage product enquiries from internal and external customers
• Research various products and availability from different sources
• Liaise with buyers to obtain pricing and availability
• Own all enquiries from start to finish
• Manage and maintain internal spreadsheets and processes

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Administration

Hardworking

Team player

Tools

Excel

Job description

Buying Assistant - Salford Quays

Full time and permanent

£26,000 per annum

Hybrid available after training is completed

We are recruiting for a Buying Assistant on behalf of a global brand in the Salford Quays area. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to get their foot in the door and develop a career within Buying and Procurement. Previous experience in Buying is preferred but not essential for this role!

You'll be based on site for the first 2 weeks, after that you'll move to hybrid and work 2 days from home.

What you'll be doing -

• Manage product enquiries from internal and external customers
• Using different sources to research various products and availability
• Liaise with buyers to obtain pricing and availability
• Own all enquiries from start to finish
• Manage and maintain internal spreadsheets and processes

What we're looking for -

• Previous experience within buying/procurement is advantageous not but essential to the role
• Strong computer literacy skills, including Excel
• Hardworking individual who is keen to learner and develop
• People person with strong communication skills
• Strong organisational and administration skills

Hours of work -

• Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.