Junior Buyer - Must Have Experience

Office Angels; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Buyer in Leicester Forest East, providing an opportunity to advance in procurement. The role involves managing product categories, analyzing sales data, and building supplier relationships. Candidates should have relevant experience and strong analytical skills. The company offers training, a supportive environment, and competitive benefits including paid holidays and fitness facilities.

Benefits

Full training and support

Relaxed office environment

Free on-site parking

28 days paid holiday

Access to fitness facilities

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or buying is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing product categories based on customer demand.
• Review performance data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Plan stock levels and manage supply accordingly.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and negotiate terms.
• Source new suppliers and explore alternative routes.
• Collaborate to ensure timely product launches.

Skills

Previous experience in a buying or procurement environment

Excellent Excel and analytical skills

Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

Confident communicator with good negotiation skills

Ability to work both independently and within a team

Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Proactive, 'can-do' attitude

Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Junior Buyer – Are you looking to take the next step in your procurement or buying career? This could be the perfect opportunity. We are recruiting on behalf of a fantastic client who offers training and development for someone with experience in procurement or buying who is looking to grow into a full Buyer role.

What’s in it for you?

• Full training and support to progress into a Buyer position
• A relaxed, supportive office environment
• Free on-site parking
• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Access to on-site fitness facilities
• Contributory company pension scheme

About the Role

As Junior Buyer, you’ll be part of a small, friendly team and report directly to the Buying Manager. You’ll play a key role in managing product categories, analysing data, supporting the sourcing strategy, and helping to ensure smooth stock flow. This is a varied role, perfect for someone who is commercially minded, confident in communication, and ready to take ownership of their development.

• Manage existing product categories in line with customer demand
• Review performance data to identify trends and opportunities
• Plan and forecast stock levels and manage supply accordingly
• Build and maintain supplier relationships; negotiate pricing and terms
• Source new suppliers and explore alternative supply routes
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely product launches and deliveries
• Analyse sales data and share insights to maximise category performance
• Monitor commodity prices and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Occasionally attend supplier visits, trade shows, and store visits

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally bring:

• Previous experience in a buying or procurement environment
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with good negotiation skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• A proactive, "can-do" attitude and willingness to learn
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in buying with the full support of a knowledgeable and friendly team.

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