Assistant Buyer - Maternity Cover
Purpose of the Job
This is a fixed-term position to cover a maternity leave, with the contract expected to end around mid-April 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuity of service and support to the purchasing function during this period.
As this is a temporary role, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to quickly integrate into the team and get up to speed with existing processes and systems.
Handover Period:
* The role will involve a handover period, during which the successful candidate will be trained on current workflows and procedures to ensure a smooth transition.
End-of-Term Handover:
* Towards the end of the contract, the candidate will be expected to hand over duties and ensure smooth knowledge transfer to the returning team member or a new hire.
Duration & Flexibility:
* Contract Duration: Fixed-term contract (maternity leave cover).
* Flexible Start Date: Ideally, candidates should be able to start as soon as possible to allow for a handover period.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities - Purchasing:
1. Use ERP System to review buyer workbench daily.
2. Raising, maintaining and expediting Purchase Orders daily (stock and non-stock) as necessary.
3. Prepare pricing quotes for design, s...