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Junior Purchasing Executive

Office Angels
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Honiton, Devon EX14 1HT, England

Salary

£27,000 - £32,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Junior Purchasing Executive position is a permanent, full-time role based in Honiton, Devon, offering a salary between £27,000 and £32,000 OTE within the first year.
  • The job entails developing and maintaining relationships with clients, purchasing electronic components globally, and collaborating within a team to drive business growth.
  • Candidates should possess a strong desire to learn, motivation to achieve targets, and proven negotiation skills, along with proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
  • The role supports a hybrid working model, allowing up to two days of remote work per week, and includes benefits such as 25 days of holiday, increasing to 30 with service.
  • A bonus for candidates with proficiency in a second language is noted, and the company values a friendly and welcoming team environment.

Job Title: Junior Purchasing Executive (Hybrid working)

Location: Honiton, Devon

Contract Details: Permanent, full time

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am - 3pm

Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 OTE (realistic earnings within the first year)

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading company within their industry and operates on a global level. As their business continues to grow, our client is seeking an additional Junior Purchasing Executive to service existing clients, develop new relationships, and expand their operations.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Generous annual salary package
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, which increases to 30 days with length of service
  • Hybrid working model, offering up to 2 days per week working from home
  • Regular company team incentives
  • Team breakfast provided every Friday
  • Friendly and welcoming team
  • Modern working environment with free on-site parking
  • Early Friday finish

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with both existing and potential clients
  • Purchase large volumes of electronic components from worldwide clients
  • Resell electronic components to existing buyers globally
  • Meet targets and drive business growth
  • Collaborate effectively within a team environment

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

  • A strong desire to learn
  • Motivation to achieve targets and maximise earnings
  • Proven ability to prospect and target new suppliers using various outreach platforms
  • Strong negotiation skills to secure the lowest possible purchase price
  • Excellent organisational skills and the capability to handle import/export documentation
  • Ability to liaise with suppliers and buyers across different time zones
  • Proficiency in using CRM systems, Microsoft Excel, and the wider MS Office package
  • Articulate communicator

- Bonus: Proficiency in a second language

How to Apply:

If you are motivated by smashing targets and maximising earnings, while continuously learning and contributing to a successful team, then this role is for you! Apply online or contact Debbie on or email to find out more.

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.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.