Are you passionate about sourcing high‑quality products? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your strategic thinking and negotiation skills can shine? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a key player in our client’s international business!
Job Details
Job title: International Buyer
Location: Near Canterbury, own transport required
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 DOE
Hours: Monday‑Thursday 8:30am‑5pm, Friday 8:30am‑3:30pm
Responsibilities
* Develop and execute purchasing strategies that align with business demands.
* Identify, evaluate, and onboard new global suppliers to strengthen and diversify the supply base.
* Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements to achieve cost efficiencies while maintaining quality standards.
* Monitor market trends, global trade conditions, and supply chain risks.
* Monitor stock levels, forecast demand, and plan inventory to avoid shortages and overstock.
* Gather and share regular market insights on pricing, availability, and trends to support decision‑making.
* Raise, track, and manage POs to ensure timely delivery and best value.
* Collaborate closely with logistics, quality, and sales teams to ensure seamless supply.
* Maintain compliance with UK and sustainability standards.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
* Strong negotiation and relationship‑management skills with global suppliers.
* Commercial awareness and analytical skills to manage pricing and market trends.
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
* Second language advantage.
* Excellent MS Office computer skills.
Equal‑opportunity statement
Office Angels is an equal‑opportunities employer and respects people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, and more. We welcome reasonable adjustments at any stage.
Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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