Graduate Indirect Commodity Buyer

Avnet; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Farnell

Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

Farnell, part of Avnet, is a global distributor of electronic components, products, and solutions — supporting engineers and innovators from design to delivery. With a strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, we pride ourselves on being innovative, customer-focused, and people-led. Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and empowering our teams to make a real impact.

Job Summary

This role suits someone who is looking to do something different every day and is not afraid to drive their own destiny. They should be self-motivated, have an openness to learn and be dynamic in the way they approach the role. The ideal candidate will join an experienced team in a junior role and will be given all the support and training that they’ll need to succeed. We’ll teach them how to negotiate, how to read a contract, and how to close a deal. They will also play a part in the development of reports and so someone who is analytical would be a good fit.

The successful candidate could be purchasing anything at all that could be used internally within a business: products, services, subscriptions, and ongoing maintenance across all categories: IT, Marketing, Facilities, HR, eCommerce, etc. They’ll also be a part of a team who administers the purchase-to-pay (P2P) system across the organisation and in turn will mix with all areas and with people at all levels. This is a great role for someone at the start of their professional journey.

What’s In It For You?
Not only will you be joining an experienced procurement team that’s ready to support you as you start your career. You’ll also get real business exposure, work across multiple departments, and build commercial knowledge that will stay with you throughout your career.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Full training and ongoing mentorship from procurement professionals.
• Hands-on experience with real projects that impact the wider business.
• Opportunities to develop core skills in procurement, negotiation, reporting, and stakeholder management.
• A friendly and inclusive environment where your growth matters.
• The backing of a global company with strong values and a people-first culture.

In addition to offering a competitive salary package, we also offer:

• Free On-site Gym
• Life Cover and Income Protection
• Simply Health Medical Cover
• Subsidised Canteen
• Long Service Awards
• Company Sick Pay
• Recommend a Friend
• Staff Discount
• Online Shopping Portal – Reward Hub
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing Training and Development via LinkedIn Learning Access.
• Enhanced matched employer pension contribution (up to 8%)

What Will You Be Doing?

Your role will include:

• Procurement of indirect commodity products, goods, and support services for Avnet,
• Work with Avnet stakeholders to ensure end-to-end processes are in place to control, manage and report on supply agreements and renewals,
• Build and leverage relationships with supply chain partners to drive Continuous Improvement,
• Drive cost savings and efficiencies
• Administration of Purchase to Pay (P2P) system
• Leverage best value with suppliers across all categories, contributing to cost optimisation targets,
• Delivering regional reporting,
• Run or support tender / RFx processes as required,
• Support the IP team where required, often at short notice

What About You?
You might be just starting your career or looking for your first professional role. Either way, you're curious, driven, and ready to learn. We’re not looking for perfection — just someone with the right mindset.

Here’s what helps:

• Demonstrable willingness to learn and develop - CIPS part qualified or looking to work towards,
• Good understanding of business processes, especially within Procurement and Category Management,
• Experience of negotiation desirable,
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Adaptability as practices change and new policies are introduced,
• Excellent prioritisation skills,
• Experience working within tight and changing deadlines,
• Keen attention to detail,
• Computer literate.

Ready to take the first step in your career with a global company that values your growth?
Apply now and join Farnell Global — where your journey starts here!