Junior Buyer

Title: Junior Buyer

Pay: Competitive

Location: Doncaster, Salford Quays or Milton Keynes

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Intro

We are working with a client who is recruiting for a Junior Buyer. You can be based from one of three locations: Doncaster, Salford Quays or Milton Keynes. This role supports the procurement team, helping to manage suppliers, purchase orders and buying activities while developing your purchasing career.

Duties

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and on time.
• Manage supplier information, delivery dates and procurement records.
• Resolve supplier queries and support invoice administration.
• Maintain procurement databases, reports and performance trackers.
• Produce spend reports and assist with procurement analysis.
• Obtain quotations and carry out market research.
• Support supplier reviews, negotiations and contract renewals.
• Assist with procurement projects and identify opportunities to reduce costs.

Required Experience

• Previous experience in an administrative, purchasing or procurement role.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
• Experience using an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle or NetSuite would be an advantage.
• An understanding of procurement processes or purchasing principles is desirable.