Assistant Buyer/ Buyer

Crawley Permanent £25,000 - £35,000 per year View Job Description
I am looking for for a confident and proactive Assistant Buyer/Buyer to join an independent business in Crawley that supply equipment for prescriptions in the Healthcare Sector.
  • Progression Opportunities
  • Free onsite parking

About Our Client

A discreet medical appliance supplier that offers a free prescription service in partnership with the NHS. They specialise in delivering medical appliances to your door, along with complimentary items with every order.

Job Description

  • Taking ownership of the purchasing process to get the best discounts while meeting customer demand and minimizing warehouse stock.
  • Monitoring supplier discounts and availability to ensure efficient and effective purchasing.
  • To liaise directly with clients (nurses), suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure products are secured and successfully delivered.
  • To ensure all information is accurately recorded and all tasks actioned in a timely and professional manner.
  • To effectively time manage to meet all deadlines, due dates, and delivery schedules.
  • To have a full understanding of the internal and external customer's needs and exact requirements
  • Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk to or impact on business operations.
  • Deliver purchasing briefs, updates, and reports as and when required.
  • To support the development of ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement for sourcing
  • Support development of team KPIs and strategies to aid purchasing performance
  • Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.



The Successful Applicant

* Strong IT skills with proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
* A positive attitude with the ability to deliver excellent customer experience and satisfaction.
* Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
* Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and with other teams throughout the business.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficient planning and organisational skills with a methodical and logical approach
* Experience of ensuring quality standards are maintained

What's on Offer

* Casual dress code
* Company events
* Company pension scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Sick pay after probation period
* Supportive and vibrant office environment

Contact
Lauren Charker
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6614968
Phone number
+441932264086

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Supply Chain Management
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Crawley
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Charker
Consultant phone
+441932264086
Job reference
JN-122024-6614968