Junior Buyer - ASAP Start

Office Angels; Horley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels in Crawley is looking for a Junior Buyer to join the buying team on an ASAP start. This full-time, onsite role offers a salary ranging from £28,000 to £31,000 and standard hours Monday to Friday 9am–5:30pm.

You will support sourcing high‑quality products, build strong supplier relationships, create and manage purchase orders, and help maintain supplier data across systems, with potential progression to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in buying, procurement or purchasing.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office.

Responsibilities

• Source high-quality products from suppliers.
• Maintain supplier relationships for best service.
• Create and manage purchase orders accurately.
• Coordinate samples storage and despatch.
• Monitor supplier performance and delivery timelines.
• Review branding for compliance with brand standards.
• Maintain product and supplier data across systems.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Excel

Multitasking

Supplier relationships

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Role

Junior Buyer - ASAP Start

Employment Details

• Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm
• Salary: £28k - £31k
• Duration: Ongoing Temp to Perm
• Location: Crawley - Full time onsite.

Role Summary

Our client is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to support their buying team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for sourcing high-quality products, this opportunity is for you!

What You’ll Do

• Supporting the buying team in sourcing high-quality products from suppliers.
• Assisting in building and maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure the best service and products.
• Creating and managing purchase orders with accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinating the management, storage and despatch of product samples, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Monitoring supplier performance and delivery timelines to keep projects on track.
• Reviewing branding for compliance with brand standards, ensuring our client's reputation remains stellar.
• Maintaining accurate product and supplier information across systems and portals, contributing to overall efficiency.

About You

• Experience in a buying, procurement or purchasing role (experience in Manufacturing is a plus!).
• Strong administrative skills and a knack for keeping things organised.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment without breaking a sweat.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to foster relationships and provide clear updates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications to help you manage data effectively.

Why Join Them

• Exciting Growth Opportunities: As a Junior Buyer, you will have the chance to develop your skills and grow within the organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a talented team that values collaboration and innovation.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

Office Angels is an equal‑opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.