Junior Buyer

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Buyer for a national construction business in Maidstone. The role involves managing orders, liaising with project managers, and maintaining supplier relationships. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, confident using Outlook, and have an interest in construction. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £19,150 to £25,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be confident using Outlook email and speaking on the phone.
• Physical fitness is required to occasionally bring in deliveries and manage stock.
• Prior knowledge of building materials is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase, hire, and sub-contract orders.
• Liaise with Project Managers regarding items and delivery dates.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions.

Skills

Confident using Outlook

Attention to detail

Basic maths skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading national construction business established for almost 20 years

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase, hire, and sub-contract orders


• Liaise with Project Managers regarding items purchased and delivery dates


• Maintain accurate records of all transactions


• Ensure all suppliers are approved


• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers


• Monitor spend against budgets


• Respond to any internal and external queries


• Stock control

Qualifications

• To be the Junior Buyer the ideal candidate must be confident using Outlook email and speaking on the phone.


• You will need to be physically fit in order to occasionally bring deliveries in and move stock in the yard as necessary.


• Attention to detail and basic maths is essential.


• Prior knowledge of building materials and an interest in the construction industry is desirable.


• Being able to prioritise and manage tasks is another key skill.

Job Details

Hours will be Monday to Friday 8 am-5 pm. Starting salary of between £19,150 and £25,000 depending on experience.