At a Glance
- Tasks: Support procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships to drive cost reduction.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at TVS Supply Chain Solutions, a leader in the industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, hybrid working, and generous holiday allowances.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a focus on employee wellness.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication, Excel skills, and a proactive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Purpose: Support the implementation of procurement strategies and take responsibility where allocated. Support SRM activities to drive commodity strategies creation and cost reduction plans. Identify and develop new supply chains as required to support business objectives. Contribute to producing commercial modelling and pricing proposals. Maintain close working relationships with the cross-functional teams.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage quotation requests from the client on a daily basis in line with SLA.
- Manage and organise the purchasing mailbox, solving queries and escalating to the buyers where appropriate.
- Prepare enquiries and co-ordinate responses from suppliers.
- Perform administrative duties that support the Purchasing team in delivering key business objectives and maintain the efficiency of the Purchasing function.
- Support the operational supply function with problem resolution within the supply chain as appropriate.
- Assist the buyers in ensuring client requests are dealt with in a timely manner.
- Expedite quotes with new and existing suppliers.
- Take ownership of delegated tasks through to completion.
- Manage suppliers and cost reduction projects with support provided.
- Provide actionable summary information to the buyers.
- Develop value-adding relationships with cross-functional departments and suppliers.
- Identify process improvements.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience:
- Confident and effective communicator to all stakeholders.
- Computer literacy, especially strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and able to analyse data.
- Strong administration skills.
- Proactive and self-driven.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise workload accordingly.
- Ability to follow work instructions and processes.
- Commercial awareness and analysis.
- Professional and ethical in approach.
- Results driven.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced purchasing department or similar environment.
- Experience in dealing with suppliers and customers.
- Customer focused.
- Astute in decision making / exercising judgement.
- Experience building supplier relationships.
- Strong team ethic.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel.
In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills. Your package will include:
- Competitive Salary
- Pension scheme with up to 6% employer matched contributions
- Life assurance
- 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays
- Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
- Salary sacrifice car scheme - A cost-effective way to lease a new car via salary sacrifice (subject to meeting minimum earnings eligibility criteria).
- Established hybrid working structure
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access for you and your family to:
- Virtual GP consultations and second opinions
- Mental health support and counselling
- Online physiotherapy
- Access to CONNECTPlus long-term health condition support
- Wellbeing and healthy living support
- Cycle to work scheme
- Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
- Quarterly employee recognition awards
- Employee referral scheme with financial reward
- Benefits hub with employee retail discounts
- Discounted eye test vouchers
At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers.
Security Clearance Requirement: Candidates must be eligible to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. This process includes verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. Please note that candidates must have resided in the UK for 3 years to meet BPSS eligibility requirements. If you require any adjustments to allow you to take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application.
Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. TVS have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a forces friendly employer.
Assistant Buyer employer: TVS SCS
At TVS SCS, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, offering a supportive and professional environment that fosters employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, a robust benefits package including enhanced leave options and wellness support, and a commitment to empowering our team members, we ensure that every employee can thrive and make a meaningful impact in their roles. Our established hybrid working structure and focus on collaboration create a dynamic workplace where your contributions are valued and recognised.
