Data-Driven Buyer – Hybrid, 11-Month Contract

AES; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

AES in Cambridge is seeking a Buyer for an 11-month fixed-term contract with hybrid work (3 days on-site). The role covers purchasing, supplier management, data analysis and continuous improvement to optimize cost, quality and delivery.

The ideal candidate has P/O management experience, strong Excel skills, ERP/MRP exposure and a related degree; CIPS qualification is a plus. Open to ambitious junior to mid-level buyers seeking growth in a fast-moving tech environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of purchase order management and supplier communication.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Experience of ERP/MRP or similar business systems.
• Degree-level qualification in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations or a related discipline - or equivalent experience.
• CIPS or another professional procurement qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day purchasing activities, including purchase orders, expediting, returns and supplier communication
• Preparing and managing RFIs, RFQs and supplier benchmarking
• Analysing demand, cost, inventory and supplier performance data; Supporting ERP and supply-chain reporting improvements
• Identifying and mitigating supply-chain risks

Skills

Purchase order management

Supplier communication

Advanced Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Supply Chain / Business / Engineering / Operations

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

AES in Cambridge is seeking a Buyer for an 11-month fixed-term contract with hybrid work (3 days on-site). The role covers purchasing, supplier management, data analysis and continuous improvement to optimize cost, quality and delivery.

The ideal candidate has P/O management experience, strong Excel skills, ERP/MRP exposure and a related degree; CIPS qualification is a plus. Open to ambitious junior to mid-level buyers seeking growth in a fast-moving tech environment.