Are you an aspiring junior buyer looking for clear career development and exposure to whole business procurement?
Can you demonstrate clear progress in buying strategy and business savings?
Are you skilled in identifying process improvement opportunities in a consumer or engineering business?
MacGregor Black is partnering with an engineering service business on the search for a Junior Buyer. This is a perm role based in Bedford.
Key Responsibilities:
* Researching, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers to secure favourable prices, quality, and delivery schedules.
* Processing requisitions, placing orders, and monitoring the full purchasing lifecycle to ensure timely delivery.
* Monitoring inventory levels and working with warehouse and stores teams to avoid shortages or excess stock, with consideration for Product Lifecycle Management
* Adhering to budgets and identifying opportunities for cost savings or cost avoidance.
* Ensuring products meet UCC standards and coordinating with internal teams to maintain reporting systems and data
What We're Looking For:
* CIPs level 2 (or above) desirable
* Direct and / or indirect experience (you will cover both)
* Ability to build a robust procurement function
* Strong people collaboration
* Strong organisational skills
* Results driven
* Strong collaboration skills
Salary – c45k + benefits
Please contact Rob Blackburn today for further information.