Are you ready to be part of one of the fastest growing wholesale and retail companies and be a key part of their continued success and growth?
We are looking for a Junior Buyer who is a good relationship person and good with negotiation and delivery deadlines.
You will report to the Projects and Purchasing Manager buying products within remit, creating purchase orders and keeping up to date with industry trends.
You will need buying experience in the retail or FMCG sector – product is everything!
So what will your role be?
Assist with the placement of replenishment orders, to include creating weekly ordering spreadsheet, placing supplier orders, checking pro forma invoice costs & quantities, arranging invoice payment & filing of associated paperwork
Work closely with the supply base to ensure availability is maintained, whilst managing the waste performance within budget
Manage and update an active document of POs placed and expected supplier delivery dates
Follow up with suppliers on outstanding POs
Regular collation of paid commercial invoices for reconciliation with finance
Maintain system minimum stock quantity amounts
Assist with the supplier returns process, updating the outstanding returns spreadsheet and chase suppliers for sign off and credit
Assist and support the raw materials procurement process and cover this when necessary
Interact with suppliers and warehouse on returns and stock purchasing related issues
Support the aims and ethos of the business, setting a good example in terms of dress, behaviour, punctuality and attendance
Promote and ensure the good reputation of the business and its individual divisions
What will YOU bring to this role?
Previous procurement experience within the Retail or FMCG industries
Expert user of Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables and V lookups
Excellent numerical and analytical skills
Good negotiation skills
Good Business acumen
A good problem solver, with a positive can-do attitude
Able to work cross functionally
Good organisation and presentation skills
Wat will you get in return?
Competitive salary
25 days holiday plus stats
Cash-back health scheme including remote GP services
Discounts for Retail / Holidays / Wellbeing / Days Out
Discounted products
Life Insurance
On-site gym
On-site car park
THE NEXT STEPS!
It’s time for us to talk and for me to learn what makes you the Best Buyer!
Please send me your CV.
Thank you - Lindsay