Junior Buyer: Global Sourcing & Cost Optimisation

Adecco; Heywood; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco is looking for a junior buyer to support operations in Heywood with a temporary role that could become permanent. You will raise POs, liaise with suppliers for quotes and delivery updates, expedite orders, and help maintain supply chain performance.

You'll monitor stock levels, assist sourcing, and help manage supplier performance while ensuring data integrity in the ERP system. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Purchasing role with buying responsibilities.
• Experience managing a global supplier base.
• Proficient with ERP systems (SAP) and MS Office.
• Good English and Maths education.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders in accordance with business requirements and purchasing procedures.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, order acknowledgements, and delivery updates.
• Expedite orders and follow up on overdue deliveries to support production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and support stock replenishment activities.
• Assist with sourcing activities, including identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers.
• Support the management of supplier performance by monitoring delivery KPIs.
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, and purchasing data within the ERP/MRP system.
• Investigate and resolve purchase order, invoice, and goods receipt discrepancies.
• Work with Production, Planning, Engineering, Stores and other departments to ensure material availability.
• Produce and maintain purchasing reports and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Customer interface

Education

CIPS qualification (in progress)

English & Maths education

Tools

SAP

Job description

Adecco is looking for a junior buyer to support operations in Heywood with a temporary role that could become permanent. You will raise POs, liaise with suppliers for quotes and delivery updates, expedite orders, and help maintain supply chain performance.

You'll monitor stock levels, assist sourcing, and help manage supplier performance while ensuring data integrity in the ERP system. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.