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Junior Buyer

Hays

Guildford

On-site

GBP 30,000

Full time

29 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their dynamic team in a vibrant work environment. This role is perfect for those passionate about procurement and looking to develop their career. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative culture, where open communication and teamwork are valued. You'll be responsible for understanding customer needs, analyzing market trends, and negotiating with suppliers to secure the best deals. With a hybrid work policy and excellent benefits, this opportunity offers a supportive environment for growth and learning. If you're ready to make an impact, this role is for you!

Benefits

Excellent benefits
Supportive manager
Friendly work environment
Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

  • Experience in purchasing or supply chain is essential.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

  • Understand customer requirements and research product sourcing.
  • Analyze market trends to identify product recommendations.
  • Negotiate best value and develop supplier relationships.

Skills

Purchasing experience
Supply chain knowledge
Excellent communication skills
Analytical skills
Relationship-building skills
Proactive and adaptable

Job description

Junior Buyer, Hybrid in Dorset, Up to £30,000 + Excellent Benefits!

Permanent Junior Buyer role in an SME with fantastic people culture, open and approachable work environment. Salary up to £30,000 + Excellent Benefits!

Job ref. #4664926

Your new company

SME looking to hire a Junior Buyer for its expanding business.

First and foremost, the right personality and culture fit is crucial aside from having the right technical skills. This organisation has great people who are brilliant at their job, down-to-earth, genuinely willing to help each other – that’s the kind of candidate that will succeed in this business.

Your new role

  1. Understanding customer requirements and undertaking research into specified products and alternative product sourcing.
  2. Analysing market trends and data to identify product recommendations.
  3. Negotiating best value for money.
  4. Developing relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.

What you'll need to succeed

  1. Purchasing, supply chain experience or knowledge with a passion to develop a career in procurement.
  2. Excellent communication, engagement and relationship-building skills – the right culture fit is crucial.
  3. Ability to analyse market trends and identify merchandising strategies.
  4. Proactive, flexible and adaptable, willing to learn, team player mentality.

What you'll get in return

  1. Friendly and vibrant work environment, great people culture.
  2. Supportive manager, great opportunity to learn and move into a purchasing role!
  3. Hybrid work policy, 2-3 days onsite a week in Dorset.
  4. Salary up to £30,000 + excellent benefits.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, please email your updated CV to Mandy.Lynn@hays.com with your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code, and tell me a bit about yourself!

**Only candidates who do not require sponsorship will be considered.

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