At a Glance
- Tasks: Support purchasing processes and ensure cost-effective material procurement.
- Company: Prestigious manufacturing client with a collaborative work culture.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, competitive salary, and free on-site parking.
- Other info: Immediate start available with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Achieve work-life balance while gaining valuable experience in procurement.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchasing or procurement within engineering/manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 33012 - 40348 £ per year.
The rewards and benefits on offer:
- Immediate start available
- Part-time hours (20 hours per week)
- Flexible working hours
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Free on-site parking
MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client in their 2026 recruitment initiative with the recruitment of a Part Time Assistant Buyer to strengthen their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for an excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to work a shorter week. If you have experience as a Buyer or supporting a Procurement/Purchasing Team within an engineering/manufacturing environment, apply now for an immediate response!
The Job You’ll Do:
- Ensuring materials are purchased at the most cost-effective price and in the most cost-effective way
- Monthly monitoring of suppliers' performance and co-ordinating associated progress activities
- Working together with other departments within the business on a daily basis, ensuring purchase process is followed
- General system/departmental administration support to ensure system accuracy, purchase order issue and data is maintained
- Support project teams where new projects are being introduced
- Capable of working autonomously with objectives being set by the Lead Buyer or wider Purchase management structure
- Monitoring of cost throughout projects, identifying and tracking cost drivers
- Capable of cascading targets and objectives to sub-suppliers and ensuring targets and objectives are achieved
- Support Cost down projects and purchase requirements
- Work within project teams developing and adhering to project timing requirements
About You:
- Experience within a purchasing, procurement or buying function within an engineering/manufacturing business
- Possess a strong interest in Business topics with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- A strong problem-solving ability is necessary with the drive & tenacity to follow issues through to satisfactory completion
- Flexible, team-oriented and self-motivated approach to work
- General computer literacy with a working knowledge of all relevant software packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
Assistant Buyer (Part-Time) employer: MTrec Recruitment
MTrec offers an exceptional work environment for Norwegian Speaking Customer Service Advisors, with a strong emphasis on team culture and employee support. Enjoy the benefits of a Monday to Friday schedule, world-class training, and the flexibility of working from home, all while being part of a blue-chip company that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.
