Assistant Buyer – Balmoral Tanks (Thurnscoe, Rotherham) Location: Thurnscoe, Rotherham (with occasional travel to UK supplier sites and rare overseas visits) Department: Procurement Reports to: Procurement Manager Are you organised, proactive and ready to take the next step in your procurement career? Balmoral Tanks is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join our growing Procurement Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building supplier relationships, supporting the purchasing cycle, and contributing to a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Why Join Balmoral Tanks? Be part of a supportive, collaborative Procurement team Gain exposure to supplier negotiations, sourcing and contract management Opportunities to develop towards a Buyer role Work in a business where quality, reliability and customer focus are core values Develop professionally with potential support for CIPS studies What You’ll Be Doing As our Assistant Buyer, you will play a key part in ensuring we source high‑quality materials and services efficiently and on time. Your responsibilities will include: Procurement & Supplier Support Assisting with placing purchase orders and tracking deliveries Liaising with suppliers to confirm order details, resolve issues and follow up outstanding queries Supporting the team in sourcing new suppliers and obtaining quotes Helping to introduce and manage contracts with key suppliers Internal Collaboration Working closely with colleagues in Logistics, Finance, Operations, Manufacturing, QA and more Maintaining accurate records of pricing, contracts and supplier data Ensuring smooth flow of information across departments Operational Excellence Contributing to cost-saving and efficiency initiatives Operating in line with company safety standards and procedures Maintaining personal development records and embracing our Right First Time culture Financial & Business Impact Work within set budgets and highlight any variations Identify opportunities for cost or efficiency savings Help support informed purchasing decisions that impact company performance Who You’ll Work With You’ll collaborate with a wide range of departments including: HSEQ, Procurement, Design, Manufacturing, Planning, Goods Inwards, Finance, Sales, Contracts, QA — as well as suppliers and subcontractors. What We’re Looking For Qualifications Essential: GCSEs (especially Maths and English) A‑Levels or equivalent vocational qualifications Desirable: Studying toward or interested in CIPS qualification Experience Previous administrative or procurement experience (desirable but not essential) Skills Strong organisation and time‑management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal ability Confident using Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) High attention to detail Able to work independently and as part of a team Personal Qualities We’re looking for someone who: Is customer‑focused and professional Embraces accountability and ownership Works well in a dynamic, change‑driven environment Aligns with our core values of Reliability, Authority, Tangibles, Empathy, and Responsiveness (RATER) Is willing to challenge behaviours that don’t support our values Enjoys being part of a successful, supportive team Additional Information We employ people who are flexible, methodical and committed to continuous improvement. You must be willing to learn, uphold our “Right First Time” standards, and demonstrate outstanding internal and external customer service. Ready to Apply? If you're excited by the opportunity to develop your procurement career within a respected manufacturing organisation, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey with Balmoral Tanks.