Junior Buyer

Elevation Recruitment Group; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Employee discounts

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Elevation Recruitment Group is partnering with a fast-growing e-commerce business in Huddersfield to recruit a Junior Buyer who will support the procurement team in sourcing good value products and managing supplier relationships.

You will assist with purchase orders, stock monitoring, and sourcing opportunities while developing your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that rewards initiative and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with procurement software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to achieve the best pricing and terms.
• Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate records of transactions.
• Monitor stock levels and liaise with the warehouse team to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyse market trends to identify new product opportunities and suppliers.
• Support senior team members in implementing procurement strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Team environment

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

Procurement software

Job description

Elevation Recruitment Group is delighted to be working with a leading e-commerce business based in Huddersfield, currently on the lookout for a dynamic Junior Buyer to join their growing procurement team. If you're ready to take the next step in your purchasing career, this is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment that thrives on collaboration and customer focus.

The Role:

As a Junior Buyer, you will support the procurement team in managing supplier relationships, sourcing high-quality products, and ensuring that the company continues to deliver exceptional value to its customers. This role is pivotal in maintaining the company’s reputation for excellence while driving cost efficiency and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to achieve the best pricing and terms.
• Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate records of transactions.
• Monitor stock levels and liaise with the warehouse team to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyse market trends to identify new product opportunities and suppliers.
• Support senior team members in implementing procurement strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

The Candidate:

We are looking for someone who is passionate about procurement and eager to develop their career in a fast-growing e-commerce business.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role (e-commerce experience is a plus).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with procurement software is advantageous.
• Competitive salary of up to £32,000.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative company with clear career progression paths.
• Collaborative team culture with ongoing training and development.
• Generous holiday allowance and employee discounts.