Job title: Buyer / Supply Executive - Procurement – Mandarin speaking Location: London / Remote Salary: £38000 per annum Employment type: 12 month fixed term, maternity cover Client is a specialist supplier of display and merchandising to global brands providing a more efficient supply model for POP that emphasises global consolidation and a highly efficient supply chain. Main Duties: · You will be responsible for sourcing and buying the products from Far east and European suppliers, The role is in the European business division. It reports to the Supply Manger. · Sourcing, Optimum scheduling, project management and deadline achievement on all supply and production projects is a key responsibility. · Support the team by delivering reports on time, processing administrative paperwork e.g. invoices and delivery notes etc. · Provide support for achieving agreed target margins and savings for the company. Skills, Aptitudes & Experience Required: · Purchasing experiences in buying products from factories in Far East & Europe. · Education to degree level and fluency in English and Chinese. · An obsession for deadlines and accuracy in supply detail with organizational skills and a hands-on attitude to production quality and cost control. · Demonstrable, accurate and impressive skills in supply software and processes. · An understanding of our key manufacturing processes in metal, plastics, and print.