Junior Buyer

EP Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global packaging manufacturer in Birmingham is seeking a Junior Buyer to support the purchasing team. Responsibilities include assisting Category Managers, conducting market research, and maintaining supplier data. Candidates should have experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A CIPS qualification is desirable, and experience with SAP is beneficial. This role offers an opportunity to work with leading retailers across the industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or strategic sourcing within a manufacturing environment essential.
• Ability to communicate with people internally and externally on all levels.
• Excellent administrative and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Category Managers with day-to-day enquiries.
• Conduct market research and supplier assessment.
• Generate and maintain departmental reports.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Self-management

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

EP Group Junior Buyer

EP Group is a global packaging manufacturer with production facilities across Europe and South East Asia. We specialise in a range of paper and plastic based packaging products, selling to many of the world's largest retailers including Marks & Spencer, Amazon and McDonalds.

We have an opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join our purchasing team in our Birmingham Head Office.

The Junior Buyer will be responsible for assisting our Category Managers with day to day enquiries for an assigned category. The Junior Buyer will provide accurate information to other departments in a timely manner, whilst supporting on projects or reporting that arises. You will also research the market and supply base and keep all information accurate and up to date.

Key Accountabilities Junior Buyer

• RFI/RFQ Complete enquiries accurately and within defined timescales.
• Full cost analysis
• Data Ensure data regarding product, suppliers etc is set up and maintained accurately.
• Account support Be the first point of contact for the account support functions
• Reports Generate and maintain departmental and category specific reports e.g. Category spend/margin, Raw Material tracking.
• Meetings Attend supplier meetings, prepare pre-meeting reports with KPI trackers and take and file minutes.
• New suppliers Research, assess and make initial contact with potential new suppliers, updating the supplier intelligence matrix.
• Samples Organise and label supplier samples rotating new/obsolete to make sure storage is available at all times.
• Plan and deliver cost reduction initiatives using data analysis and sourcing strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams including operations, stock control, and quality to meet production and business objectives

Essential Experience Junior Buyer

• Proven experience in procurement or strategic sourcing within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• This is a fast paced environment and attention to detail is paramount, as is the ability to communicate with people internally and externally on all levels.
• Ability to use initiative and have the energy and passion to make things happen
• Experience leading various projects at one time and working cross-functionally
• CIPS qualification desirable
• Experience of using SAP beneficial, but not essential.
• Excellent administrative and organisational abilities
• Microsoft office
• Negotiation Skills
• Good level of numeracy
• Prioritisation Abilities
• Ability to self-manage
• Adaptable to fast-changing environments