Assistant Buyer

Ready to take your next step into Buying?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established, friendly and down-to-earth business in Sevenoaks.
Our client specialises in the buying and selling of electrical components, working with companies across an international marketplace. They're now looking for a motivated and organised individual to join their busy Buying team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is commercially minded, confident with numbers and enjoys building relationships with suppliers. Previous buying experience would be an advantage, but it isn't essential as full training will be provided.
The Role

As an Assistant Buyer, you'll play an important role within the Buying team, helping source products and secure the best possible deals from suppliers.
You'll be dealing with suppliers both in the UK and internationally, communicating regularly by phone and email and supporting the team with the administration that keeps the buying process running smoothly.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with suppliers to source technical products
• Requesting and obtaining supplier quotations
• Comparing quotes and identifying the best options
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure the best possible prices
• Building and maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Communicating with international companies by phone and email
• Processing and managing buying-related administration
• Supporting the wider Buying and Sales teams
• Ensuring information and records are kept accurate and up to date

About You

We're looking for someone who is commercially aware, organised and confident when dealing with people.
You don't necessarily need previous buying experience. If you're good with numbers, comfortable with administration and keen to learn, this could be an excellent opportunity to build a career in Purchasing and Buying.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience in Buying or Purchasing would be desirable, but is not essential
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with figures
• Strong administration and organisational skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidence speaking to suppliers over the phone
• Good IT skills
• A proactive and commercially minded approach
• The ability to build good working relationships
• The willingness to learn and develop within the role

Why Join?

This isn't a stuffy corporate environment. You'll be joining a friendly, informal and down-to-earth team where people work together and where you'll receive the training and support you need to succeed.
You'll enjoy:
• A competitive salary plus bonuses
• Full-time, permanent position
• Full training provided
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress code
• Friendly and informal working environment
• Opportunity to develop your Buying and Purchasing skills
• International exposure, working with suppliers across different markets

Ready to get started?

Interviews are being arranged immediately, with an immediate start available for the successful candidate.