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Buyer

Pontoon

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer to manage supplier relationships and order processing. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth handling of back orders and maintaining operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, particularly in Excel and SAP, and must demonstrate effective communication abilities to liaise with a global supply base. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic team and play a vital role in enhancing procurement processes. If you have a background in the metals industry or related fields, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in Excel and SAP is essential for this role.
  • Strong communication skills are necessary for supplier interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with departments to handle back orders efficiently.
  • Manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Excel
SAP
Communication Skills
Supplier Management

Job description

Job title: Buyer

Location: Crewe/Hybrid

Duration: Until 31/07/2025

Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

The role:

The purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient handling of back orders, supplier management, and order processing to meet customer needs and maintain smooth operations. The candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating with departments, managing supplier relationships, and performing general purchasing tasks to ensure timely delivery and value for money.

Responsibilities:

  • Handling Back Orders: Coordinating with departments to fulfil customer needs when parts are not readily available.
  • Supplier Management: Preparing presentations for the sourcing committee to ensure value for money and due diligence.
  • Order Processing: Raising orders and checking supply routes, prices, and minimum order quantities (MOQs).
  • General Purchasing Tasks: Routine tasks typical for a buyer, including liaising with suppliers and ensuring timely delivery of parts.

Requirements:

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel and SAP, along with general computer literacy.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the role involves interacting with a global supply base.
  • Industry Knowledge: Preference for candidates with experience in the metals industry or interior components, though other industries like transportation or aerospace are also considered.

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

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