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 Note it is 2 days WFH after 3 month probation. 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 Its time for us to talk and for me to learn what makes you the Best Buyer Please send me your CV. Thank you - Lindsay ADZN1_UKTJ