At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchase orders and build strong supplier relationships to ensure smooth production.
- Company: Leading FMCG manufacturer with a focus on sustainability and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 12.5% bonus, pension, private medical, and CIPS support.
- Other info: Monday to Friday office role with one day of remote work per week.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on production and sustainability goals.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchasing or supply chain and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
A leading FMCG manufacturer is currently seeking a Junior Buyer to join their integrated supply chain team at their factory on the Somerset - Dorset border. This is a Monday to Friday office-based role, with 1-day WFH a week. Alongside salary, benefits include a 12.5% bonus, company pension with attributed private medical and life assurance as well as supports to complete CIPS.
Supporting a Senior Buyer, the successful Junior Buyer will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials across their production and warehousing facilities. This isn’t just about placing orders; it’s about managing relationships, solving real-time supply challenges, and directly contributing to production and sustainability goals.
Junior Buyer responsibilities include:
- Own the Pipeline: Track, place, and manage purchase orders within SAP, ensuring complete accuracy to keep production running smoothly.
- Drive Efficiency: Proactively identify potential supplier delays, expedite timelines, and strategically transfer stock between warehouses to optimise space.
- Build Relationships: Cultivate strong, proactive connections with both UK and international suppliers.
- Commercial Growth: Support the team by conducting market benchmarking, running tenders, and participating in negotiations to secure optimal price competitiveness and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Collaborate: Share purchasing forecasts externally and feedback potential material insights internally to all key departments.
The successful Junior Buyer will be a self-motivated, results-driven professional who loves working as part of a collaborative team. Ideally you will have experience of working within a purchasing / supply chain team with experience of handling POs and working closely with suppliers.
Junior Buyer in Bridport employer: The Oval Partnership
Join a leading FMCG manufacturer that values collaboration and innovation, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions directly impact production and sustainability goals. With competitive benefits including a 12.5% bonus, company pension, and opportunities for professional development through CIPS support, this role on the picturesque Somerset-Dorset border provides a fulfilling environment for growth and success in your career as a Junior Buyer.
