Junior Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain solutions is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their team. This role involves managing purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery, and collaborating with suppliers while offering opportunities for career growth. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, and be adaptable to changing situations.

Benefits

Career Development and Progression

Social Club and Events

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Placing daily purchase orders using the Inventory Management System.
• Managing supplier purchase orders and adjusting schedules as needed.
• Resolving order price discrepancies with marketing and suppliers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Job description

Looking for a challenging new role and career development as a Junior Buyer? If so, Future Electronics wants to hear from you! We are currently looking to employ Product Marketers to join our EMEA team at our headquarters in Egham, Surrey.

We value our employees as our greatest asset, which is why we invest in their development through world-class organizational growth initiatives. Successful applicants will receive a highly competitive salary, full training, and a range of benefits including:

• Career Development and Progression
• Social Club and Events

Job Outline:

The Junior Buyer is responsible for placing purchase orders with suppliers to fulfill customer orders and maintain stock levels on top-selling devices. This role involves sourcing and negotiating the best market prices, ensuring timely delivery at the right cost, and resolving discrepancies quickly to meet customer delivery commitments while minimizing inventory costs.

What the role involves:

• Placing daily purchase orders using the Inventory Management System (IMS)
• Ensuring necessary paperwork and credit lines are in place for high-value or customer-specific products
• Reviewing and authorizing customer order changes and cancellations
• Managing supplier purchase orders and adjusting schedules as needed
• Resolving order price discrepancies with marketing and suppliers
• Addressing receiving discrepancies with the distribution center and product marketing
• Being the first point of contact for production line issues
• Collaborating with sales, marketing, and suppliers to reduce slow-moving inventory

Do you have:

• Previous purchasing experience (preferred but not essential)
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with a proactive approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to identify and address process flaws proactively
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
• Flexibility and adaptability to different needs and situations

Founded in Montreal and operating in 150 locations across 40 countries, Future Electronics is renowned for outstanding service and efficient global supply chain solutions. Our success is rooted in close partnerships with suppliers and customers, supported by strong technical and commercial expertise throughout the design and production cycles.

We boast a knowledgeable sales team, advanced engineering capabilities, award-winning customer service, comprehensive trade compliance, and the largest available-to-sell inventory worldwide.

Our mission is to "Delight the Customer" by providing exceptional service, tailored programs, and global e-commerce support. On September 14th, 2023, Future Electronics announced its merger with WT Microelectronics to enhance long-term value for stakeholders, operating independently pending regulatory approval.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity. We recruit the best person for the job, regardless of age, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.