Assistant Buyer Are you an experienced Assistant Buyer? Do you want career progression? Do you want to work for a well established business? If so, APPLY NOW Due to continued expansion, we're recruiting an experienced Assistant Buyer to join our well established client. Job Duties: Assist in sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers. Support the procurement process from order creation to delivery. Maintain accurate records of purchases, suppliers, and inventory. Monitor stock levels and coordinate timely reorders to prevent shortages. Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to optimize costs without compromising quality. Collaborate with internal teams to understand purchasing requirements and ensure adequate supply. Process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Assist in managing supplier relationships and resolving order or delivery issues. Track market trends to support informed purchasing decisions. Maintain the company’s Approved Supplier List Provide material cost estimates to support the Sales Department. Perform additional tasks as required, including assisting with Goods In, Dispatch, and Material Preparation for Production. Participate in the annual stock take. Requirements: Experience in procurement or purchasing (preferred but not required). Experience in engineering (preferred but not required). Strong communication and negotiation skills. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with procurement software (e.g., Sage) is a plus. Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask effectively. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Background in engineering is beneficial but not essential. Working hours: Flexible working arrangements. Salary: Competitive. This is a Full time, permanent position