Your Opportunity
We are seeking a Buyer - Continuations to join our team at EBSCO GOBI in Didcot, Oxfordshire. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the purchasing of series titles for leading global academic institutions and other educational establishments. Working in a dynamic purchasing environment, you will collaborate with publishers, distributors, and internal teams to maintain accurate series records and fulfill customer orders.
What You'll Do
* Establish and maintain print standing orders with publishers and distributors.
* Purchase series titles upon publication, particularly where standing orders are not possible.
* Research, set up, and maintain series records in our database.
* Manage the end-to-end process of buying series titles, including receiving and profiling books.
* Liaise with colleagues across various teams to ensure smooth processing of orders and updates.
* Chase open purchase orders and update systems as required.
* Other related purchasing tasks as advised by line manager.
About You
Essential:
* Experience in a library or publishing environment.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to work in a logical, methodical manner.
* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Desirable:
* Experience in a purchasing or supply chain management role.
* Knowledge of one or more European languages (German, French, Spanish, or Italian).
* Familiarity with bibliographic data and cataloguing.
Pay Range
GBP £1.00 - GBP £1.00 /Yr.
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