Overview
Portuguese Speaking Buyer
Location: Watford, north of London
Language requirements
Fluent in Portuguese and English. Fluency in other language is an advantage but not essential
About the Company
Our client is a well-established international trading company, supplying specialist equipment to leading businesses across a wide range of industries across the globe.
The Role
To join their international buying/procurement team, they are currently wish to recruit a Portuguese speaking Buyer/Procurement Administrator. In this role, you will manage product enquiries and orders from business clients in Angola, liaising with global suppliers, and ensure the efficient procurement and delivery of goods to the client.
Your typical job responsibilities will include:
Responsibilities
* Research and engage with new and existing vendors
* Source and compare pricing from multiple suppliers
* Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery agreements
* Prepare and issue quotations to customers
* Place and manage purchase orders
* Monitor order progress and ensure timely delivery
* Collaborate with the warehouse and logistics teams to maintain delivery and quality standards
Candidate Profile, Skills and Background
* Fluent in Portuguese and English. Fluency in other language is an advantage but not essential
* Experience of working with Angola or from working with Portuguese speakers from Angola
* Experience of business culture with Angola is a major preference
* Strong administrative skills and experience working with customers
* Previous buying, procurement or purchasing experience is an advantage, though not essential
* Background in engineering, logistics or shipping is a plus
* Excellent communication and telephone skills are essential.
* Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
* Must have full right to live and work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
£29,000 + bonus (ote c35,000)
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter to:
Jonathan Grimes
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