Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer - £24k - £28k

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Junior Buyer to join our client's growing buying team in Crawley. You will be responsible for managing outstanding purchase orders to ensure the delivery of goods in line with customer expectations and operational requirements.

This is a great opportunity for a junior professional with experience in managing supplier relationships and customer orders, who is looking to develop a career within buying or purchasing. You'll be part of a supportive business that prioritises career progression and growth opportunities.

What's in it for you:

• Salary: £24k - £28k depending on experience
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent company benefits, including discounts across major retailers and hospitality
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive business environment
• Company events
• Training courses for Excel for upskilling

Key Responsibilities for the Junior Buyer:

• Liaise directly with customer service and the warehouse to confirm the delivery of goods and update system information accordingly
• Accurately record all communications with suppliers into the system
• Amend the current system to reflect product and supplier information and inventory level changes where appropriate
• Liaise with customer service and the warehouse regarding delays that will impact customer orders
• Raise, track, and manage purchase orders
• Investigate slow or missing orders
• Investigate purchase order, invoice, or delivery issues
• Carry out stock checks as required
• Manage sample requests
• Book in stock in the absence of the Purchasing Administrator
• Support the development of team KPIs and strategies to aid purchasing performance
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Requirements:

• Strong IT skills with proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A positive attitude with the ability to deliver excellent customer experience and satisfaction
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and with other teams throughout the business
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient planning and organisational skills with a methodical and logical approach
• Experience of ensuring quality standards are maintained

Salary:

£25k - £28k depending on experience

Refer a friend and you will receive a retail voucher of your choice up the value of £500. Full details can be found on our website.

Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

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