JUNIOR BUYER

JUNIOR BUYER - FULL TIME - SALARY UPTO £32K (DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE)
PERMANENT - THETFORD AREA - MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.30AM TO 5PM

A top 5 nationwide leading supplies wholesaler, with our own world class fleet. Delivering over 15,000 different branded and own-branded lines of products all over the UK, including exclusive distribution for some leading overseas brands.

About You

Forward thinking, experienced procurement specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You specialise in always negotiating best price, whilst building great supplier relations. An independent person where passion, drive and ambition come naturally.

The Role

Due to continued growth within the industry, we are looking to recruit a new member of staff to join their procurement department.

Based at our Norfolk depot, you will be reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, and working closely with the procurement department and warehouse managers. Regular communication with all other department managers will be required.

Your main responsibilities will be as follows, though not limited to:

1. Managing the procurement of all sellable stock allocated to you, throughout the business. This involves agreeing new product listings, maintaining pricing, securing promotions, ensuring stock on hand is always at a suitable level to fulfil demand.
2. Signing off price changes, and finalising pricing for key accounts.
3. Maintain a strong supplier/customer relationship, ensuring the needs of our client are at the focus.
4. Negotiating joint business plans with suppliers, analysing variances, and initiating corrective actions to ensure joint targets are achieved.
5. Reduce unnecessary stock expenses by analysing data and tracking potential risk products, to then feedback to senior management outlining possible corrective actions.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Minimum 1 years buying experience.
• Strong stock management skills, with demonstrable results.
• Ability to self-motivate, working under pressure in a results driven environment.
• Prior independent negotiation experience, with demonstrable results.
• Strong and professional in all communication channels.

What You'll Get in Return

The opportunity to work for the one of the fastest growing wholesale businesses in the UK, alongside an experienced and talented team dedicated to serving 1000's of passionate customers.

• Competitive salary
• Staff discount
• Pension
• Bonus Scheme
• CIPs Qualification

This is an exciting time to join the company as they start the next stage of growth and expansion. In this role you will play a key part in expanding this area of the business and taking it to the next level.

If you want to be part of this exciting future, want to be part of a growing future then please either call Teresa or email your cv.