Junior Buyer

Wilson's Country Limited; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career development

Supplier management exposure

Logistics exposure

Job summary

Wilson’s Country Ltd, based in Craigavon, is seeking a Junior Buyer to join our Procurement team. You will support procurement and supply of potatoes, ensuring stock availability, quality standards and cost objectives.

You will work closely with growers, suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to maintain a reliable supply chain and contribute to continuous improvement in operations.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good analytical and numerical ability.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Procurement or supply chain experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement planning and forecasting activities.
• Source and purchase potatoes in line with quality, volume, and budget requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with growers, producers, and suppliers.
• Assist with supplier negotiations and supply agreements.
• Coordinate transport, deliveries, and goods inward activities.
• Monitor stock levels, storage, stock rotation, and inventory accuracy.
• Analyse procurement and market data to support purchasing decisions.
• Process purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Depose for the Procurement Manager when required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Analytical ability

Numerical ability

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

About us

Based in Craigavon, Co. Armagh, Wilson’s Country Ltd specialises in pre-packed, peeled and prepared potatoes.

We supply food retailers, caterers and food processing companies with a range of products, offering quality, taste, full traceability and value for money.

An exciting opportunity has become available within our Procurement team for a Junior Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop a career in purchasingwithin a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

As Junior Buyer, reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will support the procurement and supply of potatoes, ensuring stock availability, quality standards, and cost objectives are achieved. You will work closely with growers, suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to help maintain a reliable and efficient supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement planning and forecasting activities.
• Source and purchase potatoes in line with quality, volume, and budget requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with growers, producers, and suppliers.
• Assist with supplier negotiations and supply agreements.
• Coordinate transport, deliveries, and goods inward activities.
• Monitor stock levels, storage, stock rotation, and inventory accuracy.
• Analyse procurement and market data to support purchasing decisions.
• Process purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Deputise for the Procurement Manager when required.

What We're Looking For

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good analytical and numerical ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous procurement, purchasing, supply chain, agriculture, or food manufacturing experience is desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive benefits package
• Opportunity to develop a career in procurement and supply chain management.
• Work closely with experienced procurement professionals.
• Gain exposure to supplier management, negotiations, logistics, and inventory control.
• Be part of a business committed to quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Additional Information

Due to the seasonal nature of the business and customer demand, flexibility regarding working hours is required. Additional hours may be necessary at peak operational periods. The successful candidate will also be expected to support other operational activities as business needs require.

We cannot accept applications from candidates who require a sponsorship visa.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer