Junior Buyer

Streamline Search Ltd; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor for roofing solutions is seeking a Junior Buyer based in Epping Forest, UK. This role involves procuring goods and services, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining best value. Candidates should have a background in procurement and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary, full training, and benefits including holidays and pension contributions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team in the construction sector.

Benefits

Up to GBP26,500 salary

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Experience and/or education in procurement and inventory management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Procure and schedule products, materials, plant, and equipment for projects.
• Ensure purchases deliver best value and meet project requirements.
• Monitor and report price changes, updating internal records.

Skills

Procurement and inventory management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Education

Education or experience in procurement

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Junior Buyer

Our client is a specialist contractor for fully supported, hard metal roofing and cladding for commercial and residential properties across the UK and overseas.

They are now seeking a Junior Buyer to join their expanding team. This role will be responsible for procuring goods and services to meet the demands of their roofing and cladding projects, ensuring timely delivery and best value for the business.

What's in it for you?

• Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (Office based)
• Up to GBP26,500 (Negotiable depending on experience)
• Full training provided
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension

Responsibilities

• Procure and schedule products, materials, plant, and equipment for multiple projects
• Ensure purchases deliver best value and meet project requirements
• Monitor and report price changes, updating internal spreadsheets
• Track orders and proactively resolve any failed or late deliveries
• Arrange the return of non-conforming products
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships and the supply chain
• Process purchase ledger records

Requirements

• Experience and/or education in procurement and inventory management
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and email
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to forward plan for multiple projects and prioritise workload
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to build relationships and communicate effectively
• Proactive, organised, and able to identify potential supply problems and solutions
• Ability to undertake take-offs would be an advantage (training provided)
• Experience in roofing, cladding, or construction preferred but not essential
• Ability to read and interpret project drawings and specifications is desirable

Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our client's needs.