Assistant Buyer
Location: Desford
Rate: Up to £25.65 per hour
Contract: 12 months (likely to extend)
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 (some flexibility available)
Onsite: 5 days per week
Key Responsibilities
* Support procurement activities including supplier management, issue resolution, and quotation handling.
* Assist in sourcing and resource projects — gathering data, obtaining quotes, and presenting findings.
* Collaborate with internal teams to meet project and purchasing objectives.
* Utilise ERP systems (SAP, Teamcenter) and Microsoft Office for data analysis and reporting.
* Ensure compliance with procurement processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
We're looking for someone with:
1. 3+ years' experience as an Assistant Buyer or in a similar purchasing role.
2. Strong data-driven approach and ability to interpret procurement analytics.
3. Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Proven project management capability from initiation through to completion.
5. Great communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
6. Experience in manufacturing...