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Assistant Buyer

England Permanent £35,000 - £37,000 per year View Job Description
The Assistant Buyer Engineering role is an excellent opportunity to contribute to procurement and supply chain operations within the industrial and manufacturing industry. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a focus on supporting purchasing activities and supplier management.
  • Work for a global engineering group with international reach
  • Gain hands-on experience in global sourcing

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international organisation operating across multiple countries and supplying engineering solutions to global markets, with a strong presence in the Middle East. The business offers a collaborative environment, exposure to international supply chains, and clear opportunities for career progression.

Job Description

As Engineering Procurement Coordinator, you will support the end‑to‑end procurement process within the engineering team. Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing RFQs and liaising with internal stakeholders
  • Analysing supplier quotations and supporting supplier selection
  • Negotiating pricing, lead times, and commercial terms
  • Raising purchase orders and managing supplier relationships
  • Using SAP to prepare quotations and maintain accurate records
  • Monitoring delivery schedules and following up with suppliers
  • Producing procurement reports and supporting documentation
  • Maintaining supplier databases, contracts, and records
  • Supporting wider team administration and communications

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Strong commercial awareness and procurement understanding
  • Experience working with ERP systems (SAP highly desirable)
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Additional European language skills (desirable)

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £37,000 per annum.
  • Opportunities to work within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
  • A role with room to grow and develop in procurement and supply chain management.
  • Supportive and professional work environment.



If you are interested in this Assistant Buyer Engineering opportunity and meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today

Contact
Marina Spilman
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7038134
Phone number
+442072692132

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Marina Spilman
Consultant phone
+442072692132
Job reference
JN-062026-7038134