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Assistant Buyer

Lichfield Permanent £27,000 - £30,000 per year View Job Description
Assistant Buyer to support the Indirect team working for a large manufacturing company in Lichfield. This role offers 2 days working from home.
  • Opportunity for hybrid working
  • Work in a great culture

About Our Client

My client is a large manufacturing organisation based in Lichfield looking for a full time Assistant buyer in the indirect team.

Job Description

  • Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs.
  • Monitor supplier performance and develop improvement plans.
  • Assist in negotiation of contracts with suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with company's procurement policies and procedures.
  • Help manage supplier relationships and build effective partnerships.
  • Participate in the continuous improvement of procurement processes.

The Successful Applicant

  • Experience in a procurement role within the industrial / manufacturing industry is ideal but not essential.
  • Experience as an Assistant Buyer.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Good understanding of supply chain processes.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Can commute to Lichfield

What's on Offer

  • Great working environment
  • Opportunity for progression
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Private medical cover.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.



Contact
Isabella Petrucciano
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6707358
Phone number
+44 121 230 9359

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Indirect Procurement
Sector
Business Services
Location
Lichfield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Isabella Petrucciano
Consultant phone
+44 121 230 9359
Job reference
JN-032025-6707358