Junior Buyer

The Junior Buyer will support the Indirect Procurement function in delivering a cost‑effective, compliant, and efficient supply of goods and services across GSF Car Parts. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, the role will contribute to a range of procurement activities including sourcing, supplier onboarding and management, contract administration, ESG compliance, invoice validation, and cost control initiatives. This role offers a broad exposure to multiple indirect spend categories, providing an excellent opportunity to develop core procurement skills, build commercial awareness, and gain hands‑on experience within a fast‑paced business environment. The Junior Buyer will play an active role in supporting continuous improvement within the procurement function, with clear opportunities to develop and progress a career within the Indirect Procurement team.

Main Duties

• Support day‑to‑day purchasing activity across a range of indirect spend categories, ensuring continuity of supply.
• Raise, place, and manage purchase orders in line with company P2P policies and controls.
• Support sourcing activity, including RFQs, supplier comparisons, and basic cost analysis.
• Assist in the delivery of annual cost reduction and efficiency targets.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure a timely and effective supply of goods and services.
• Manage supplier onboarding, maintain compliance documentation, and ensure accurate records are held within the document library.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities.
• Manage invoice queries and work with suppliers and Finance to resolve pricing or invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with procurement processes and governance standards.
• Support the use of systems and AI tools to drive efficiency and streamline procurement processes.
• Assist with supplier rationalisation initiatives to support cost control and simplification.

This role is based onsite at our Wolverhampton Head Office and offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Skills, Know‑How and Experience

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• A clear interest in procurement and supply chain, with a desire to develop professionally within the function.
• CIPS qualification (Level 2 or Level 3), or working towards CIPS, is desirable.
• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or administrative role is preferred but not essential.
• Good numerical and analytical skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with stakeholders.
• Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks, and work effectively to deadlines.
• A proactive and positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• A strong customer service mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• An awareness of how systems, data, and AI tools can be used to improve efficiency and support procurement processes.

GSF Car Parts is a leading motor factor with more than 210 branches across the UK and Ireland, supplying thousands of independent garages, national chains, and retail customers with parts for all makes and models, as well as tools, garage equipment, and specialist training. The business is underpinned by a strong and reliable supply chain, comprising a National Distribution Centre in Wolverhampton, strategically located Regional Distribution Hubs, and hundreds of branches delivering excellent service to local customers. GSF Car Parts has served the automotive aftermarket since the late 1960s and has grown steadily over the past five decades through a combination of organic expansion and acquisition. In November 2021, the local brands operating under The Parts Alliance came together under the GSF banner to create a single, unified nationwide proposition. The knowledge and experience of our people form the foundation of our reputation for outstanding customer service, and we remain focused on continuous improvement, seeking new ways to enhance the customer experience whether at home, at the counter, or in the garage. We continue to evolve by adapting to emerging vehicle technologies and their impact on the aftermarket, while also developing new software and systems to further improve service to our customers.