Junior Buyer (Engineering Degree Essential)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British manufacturer is seeking a Junior Buyer in Edinburgh. This role involves purchasing support, supplier management, and procurement administration. Candidates are expected to have an engineering degree and experience in manufacturing, along with strong organisational skills. Join a dynamic team that values your growth!

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required.
• Preferred experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Excellent organisational abilities and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support purchasing and manage supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with teams to improve purchasing processes.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality and cost.

Skills

Organisational abilities

Teamwork

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree / Diploma in Engineering

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Client:

EVera Recruitment

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Buyer who will join an iconic British manufacturer organisation. The successful candidate will support with purchasing activities, supplier management, and procurement administration across various engineering related purchasing and supply-chain projects.

The Junior Buyer will:

• Support the purchasing function and other departments by identifying and communicating any supply issues that may affect projects.
• Act as a key contact for internal stakeholders to resolve issues around price, quality, delivery, or invoicing, escalating when necessary.
• Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for continuous improvement within purchasing.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, cost, and delivery, escalating concerns as needed.
• Assist in the creation of Management Information Systems (MIS) reports.

The Junior Buyer will have:

• Degree / Diploma in Engineering related subject is essential.
• Manufacturing or Engineering experience (Preferred)
• Ability to work well under pressure and within a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• High attention to detail with excellent organisational abilities.

If you’re eager to grow your career and enjoy working in a supportive, dynamic environment, apply today to join a company that values your contribution. Apply online and we will be in touch with you shortly!