Junior Buyer

EPTA GROUP; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted shopping

Cycle to work scheme

Gym membership

Job summary

EPTA GROUP is seeking a Junior Buyer for our Bradford office. This permanent role offers a hybrid work pattern (3 days in the office, 2 days at home) and a 37.5-hour week. You will support procurement, manage stock levels, and foster strong supplier relationships to meet production and quality targets.

Join a global refrigeration solutions provider and contribute to cost-effective purchasing, inventory control, and process improvements within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw and finished materials to meet production and quality standards.
• Manage inventory levels and resolve stock shortages.
• Develop strong supplier relationships to improve reliability.
• Generate and expedite purchase orders aligned with MRP and demand.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Supplier relationship management

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Ecovadis

Job description

About Epta

Epta UK is a leading provider of commercial refrigeration solutions, committed to delivering innovative and sustainable products to our clients. We pride ourselves on our dedication to quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

This exciting permanent role is located at our Bradford Office and offers hybrid working (3 days office/2 home) offering 37.5 hours.

Your Contribution (Job description)

Responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer. This role is crucial to the procurement team, ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of raw and finished materials to meet production and quality standards. You will be responsible for managing inventory levels, resolving stock shortages, and developing strong supplier relationships. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career in procurement and supply chain management. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Ability to work independently while also supporting a team environment.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Your Journey (qualifications & skills)

Resolve stock shortages promptly to support uninterrupted production, ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently. Manage inventory levels by monitoring stock and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, enhancing our supply chain reliability and fostering long-term partnerships that align with our growth strategy. This includes regular communication, performance reviews, and collaboration on improvement initiatives. Generate and expedite purchase orders to meet MRP and forward demands, ensuring alignment with business needs and minimizing delays in production.

• Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement role preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Experience of SAP, Coupa and Ecovadis platforms preferred
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Why work for Epta

At Epta, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That's why we offer a thoughtful range of perks designed to inspire, support, and celebrate our team every step of the way.

• Join Epta in this role, where you'll experience a great blend of technologies and a modern workplace culture.
• Epta offers the opportunity for training development-what will be your next skill?
• Epta offers a range of benefits from discounted shopping, cycle to work scheme, gym membership and more

Our Story

We at the Epta Group are a dynamic and growing international company, delivering cutting-edge commercial refrigeration solutions that impact everyday life—from ensuring fresh food in supermarkets to keeping the perfect chill in your favourite café. Our global network includes manufacturing facilities, sales entities and service organizations— all working together to provide sustainable and innovative solutions. We support customers in their green transition and support them as a fully integrated provider, from the layout of the store to the after-sales support.

With over 8,000 employees, Epta fosters an environment of continuous development. We offer career growth, extensive training, and the opportunity to thrive in a company where every challenge is a chance to create value and inspire our people. Guided by our values, we are committed to professional excellence, sustainability, and innovation in every aspect of our work.