Junior Buyer - Indirect
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteGuildford, England, United Kingdom or Shalford, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Job Summary
Support day-to-day procurement of indirect goods and services across IT, Facilities, HR, and plant equipment. Assist senior buyers with supplier engagement, sourcing, contract administration, and purchasing processes while managing lower-value activities. Build relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, conduct commercial assessments, and support negotiations under guidance. Create and maintain procurement documentation within the ERP system, produce weekly reports, and ensure all activities comply with company policies. Manage supplier performance reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Certificate of Higher Education in Purchasing, Business Studies, Supply Chain or equivalent experience
- Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, supply chain or a related commercial environment
- Basic understanding of procurement processes, purchasing activities and supplier management
- Some experience supporting supplier negotiations and commercial discussions
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret information and support commercial decision-making
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- experience using ERP systems
- All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within an automotive manufacturing environment
- experience using ERP systems considered beneficial
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