Details:
- Salary: £25,000 - Annum
- Location: ME19 Kings Hill Kent
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Job Title: Assistant Buyer
Location: Kings Hill (Hybrid)
Contract Length: 12 Month FTC. Maternity Cover
Are you a skilled Procurement professional looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation?
Our client, a reputable company renowned for its commitment to excellence, is seeking a proactive and dedicated Assistant Buyer to join their team.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Procurement Manager to support the implementation of a new procurement policy while achieving substantial cost savings. Your responsibilities will include running RFQs, sourcing tasks, and managing third-party relationships to enhance service delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in selecting and negotiating supplier contracts, conducting RFQs, and sourcing initiatives in line with the new procurement policy.
* Ensure timely issuance of purchase orders and support in contract renewals.
* Conduct basic reviews of agreements and assist in timely signing.
* Perform ongoing due diligence of key suppliers to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Liaise with approved suppliers, conduct service reviews, and assist in supplier audits.
* Take ownership of documentation related to regulatory requirements with the support of the purchasing assistant.
Candidate Requirements:
* Proven experience in a procurement/purchasing environment 1+ years
* Familiarity with procurement processes and tools such as RFQs and sourcing initiatives.
* Knowledge of the P2P cycle and Commercial Contracts.
* Ability to effectively manage relationships with third-party suppliers.
* Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently.
Core hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, 35 hours per week . After an office-based training period our client offer flexible working with the option to spend 2-3 days a week working from home, Monday is a mandatory office working day.
They also offer newly refurbished offices and excellent benefits including, free on-site parking, a generous pension and 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
If you are passionate about procurement and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
Please call James in the office for more information or send your CV to apply