Assistant Buyer

A POLLICK

Position: Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer to undertake procurement duties associated within the shopfitting industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Procuring materials and tool hire for site teams daily
• Expediting materials when required focusing on delivery dates and business needs
• Arranging waste removal from construction sites with accredited suppliers
• Liaising with Contracts Managers, Goods In & Manufacturing to ensure business requirements are met including stock replenishment
• Liaising with Warehouse Stores, Purchase Ledger and Suppliers where delivery / invoice discrepancies arise
• Assisting the Purchasing Manager in reviewing purchasing agreements with suppliers and maintaining product price updates on Sage database.
• Arranging permits with local councils and affiliated organisations for work authorisation and access passes.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience of working within a shopfitting buying environment would be an advantage but not essential
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft office products, internet and email are essential
• Ability to build and manage good working relationships with both suppliers and internal customers
• Confident in both written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst achieving tight deadlines

Salary is flexible commensurate with experience, applications with CV by clicking apply