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Assistant Buyer

Pure Resourcing Solutions
Posted 19 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR8 6PW, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An Assistant Buyer position is available for a client located on the outskirts of Norwich.
  • This full-time, permanent role offers on-site parking and requires some experience in purchasing or technical sales.
  • The successful candidate will report to the Senior Buyer and manage supplier accounts, supporting the Procurement team with market analysis and product category strategies.
  • A recognized qualification in purchasing or business administration is ideal, along with strong negotiation and IT skills.
  • Salary details are not specified, but interviews are commencing immediately for interested candidates.
I am recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join my client based on the outskirts of Norwich.  This is a full time, permanent position and parking is provided on site.  Reporting to the Senior Buyer, you will work with the purchasing department on the day to day management of a group of supplier accounts.  Duties include: 
  • Support the Procurement team in the development of product category strategies by undertaking market analysis and research.  
  • Take accountability for a small product category to support future development
  • Support Buyers where necessary 
  • Manage vendor invoice queries and resolve in agreed timescales 
  • Liaise with vendors on quality problems in conjunction with company quality standards 
  • Raise and manage purchase orders 
  • Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Senior Buyer or Supply Chain Manager 
Requirements for the role: 
  • Recognised qualification in purchasing or business administration would be ideal  
  • Some experience in a purchasing or technical sales function 
  • Strong negotiation skills 
  • Strong IT skills 
  • Full driving license 
Interviews are commencing immediately.  For more information and a full job description, please call Emily at Pure.

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