Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer

Full-Time 40500 - 49500 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
MTrec Technical

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support the Senior Buyer in procurement processes and manage supplier relationships.
  • Company: Join a prestigious company with a friendly and supportive work environment.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, healthy work/life balance, and excellent training.
  • Other info: Immediate start available with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Why this job: Kickstart your career in procurement and gain valuable experience in a dynamic team.
  • Qualifications: Graduate calibre with an interest in supply chain and procurement.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 Β£ per year.

Rewards & Benefits on offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Immediate start date
  • Monday - Friday working hours promoting a healthy work/life balance
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Easily accessible offices
  • Excellent training and support available

The Company you will be working with:

MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our industry leading client on their search for a Junior Buyer to join their team on a full time, temporary on-going basis. This role is ideal for anyone who is new in their career and wanting to gain more experience within a prestigious company. If you feel you have the required skills and experience, then please apply for an immediate response!

The Role you will be doing:

  • Budget Process: support the process as guided by the Senior Buyer.
  • Support of Senior Buyer on all aspects of Operational & General administration requirements including expediting deliveries and returns, freight & transport, import customs administration instructions to agents and liaison with carriers.
  • Financial Forecast / Pricing Updates: Maintenance of Price information, invoice validation & queries.
  • Regular KPI reviews to track progress.
  • Receipts & Verifications / Order acknowledgements through SAP transactions.
  • Raise and issue Purchase Orders on items within the Direct Material Categories.
  • Contribute to the overall performance of the Procurement function by assisting and supporting the Senior Buyer in the Procurement of strategically important materials.
  • Meeting the business requirements for Financial budget, forecasting and reporting requirements.
  • Governance and compliance requirements.
  • Service and Operational requirements of the production sites.
  • Development and maintenance of a robust framework of activity for the areas of responsibility, incorporating all elements of company requirements.
  • Support of the management of an international supplier roster across multi geographies.
  • Alignment and support of the business Sustainability aspirations through Supplier Relationship Management and planning.
  • An integral part of the wider Procurement team, reflecting the business values during their activities.
  • Management of direct materials ordering in support of Sr. Buyer in accordance with company working capital policy and MRP requirements.

About You:

  • Graduate calibre CIPS / Supply Chain qualifications or aptitude to begin / continue Professional qualifications.
  • Previous experience in Procurement & Supply Chain (preferred).
  • Experience in manufacturing environments would be beneficial.
  • Experience in the management of a diverse supplier roster.
  • Systems: SAP and proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.
  • Personal Skills: Self-starter, team player, reliable and resilient.
  • Familiarity with or aptitude to learn modern category based and multi-stage Procurement methods.
  • Highly analytical.
  • Calm and composed.
  • Computer literate with proficiency in analysis through modern IT and data tools.

Junior Buyer employer: MTrec Technical

Join a leading company that values its employees with a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance and a pension scheme. Our supportive work culture fosters growth and development, offering you the chance to advance your career in a dynamic environment while working on diverse and interesting projects within the heavy industry sector.

MTrec Technical

Contact Details:

MTrec Technical Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Junior Buyer

Budget Process Support
Operational Administration
Expediting Deliveries
Import Customs Administration
Financial Forecasting
Pricing Updates
KPI Reviews