GBR Recruitment Ltd are working exclusively with a leading Lincolnshire specialist parts, components & tooling distributor (direct to the customer) recruiting for a Junior Buyer (3 months fixed term contract).
As a Junior Buyer you will ensure the availability of allocated product ranges for both pre-season & ongoing stock requirements, ensuring stock availability will meet customer demand.
Duties:
- Working closely with the wider buying team, you will aim to purchase products at reduced costs / best price, best lead times, best quality & at acceptable delivery costs.
- Efficiently plan & prioritise purchasing requirements
- Prevent stock outs by forward planning, chasing low stock products & the possibility of alternative supply.
- Place timely orders with suppliers by considering the most efficient balance between quantity, price & delivery costs.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery dates, ensuring they are aware of priority purchase orders & that all products are received inbound OTIF.
- Monitor products that are overstocked & explore possible avenues to reduce it such as restocking at suppliers.
- Monitor new products & introduce any assigned products as soon as possible, keeping the system up to date on the progress.
- Ensure product flow is as smooth as possible, considering factors such as space & booking in time.
- Book in deliveries & liaise with Goods In on delivery issues.
- Liaise with the warehouse regarding any stock issues.
Attributes:
- Experience in a buying, purchasing or procurement role in a junior capacity or other
- Used to purchasing a diverse array of products, parts, components, tooling, machinery, auxiliaries etc
- Previous experience within a wholesaler or direct supplier distributor business would be ideal
- Available immediately & happy to work on a 3 months fixed term
This role could suit someone working as a Junior Buyer, Trainee Buyer, Assistant Buyer, Buyer, Graduate Buyer, Buying Assistant, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Assistant, Junior Procurement Buyer, Sourcing Coordinator or any other job title with buying duties
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Junior Buyer employer: GBR Recruitment Limited
At GBR Recruitment Ltd, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that values diversity and collaboration. As a Bilingual Sales Operations Coordinator, you will benefit from our hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while being part of a supportive team that encourages professional growth and development. With opportunities to engage in Europe-wide sales activities, you'll find meaningful and rewarding employment in a company that truly invests in its people.
