Do you have a background in purchasing? Have you worked in construction or for a builders / timber merchant before? My client is an independent merchant who are on the lookout for someone to join their small team in Tonbridge. You'll be responsible for all of their purchasing and from time to time covering the phones and trade counter when required. You'll need to:- Keep up to date on the company's needs in order to order supplies when they are necessary Performs comparison shopping and negotiations to secure lower prices on materials the company needs Uses a keen understanding of the industry to know which supplies are most important and where to look for reliable, reasonably priced suppliers Works well under tight deadlines Keeps a highly organised schedule Constantly looks for ways to cut back on the company's expenses Works well as a member of the team Please call to discuss further