Junior Buyer in Hungerford - Adecco

Junior Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Buyer to join a growing and fast-paced business. This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who is looking to develop a career within purchasing and supply chain.

Working closely with internal teams and external suppliers, you will support the procurement function by helping to manage stock, supplier relationships, purchase orders, and delivery schedules. The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-focused, and confident building strong working relationships across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Delivery & Stock Management

• Review inbound supplier requests in line with business requirements
• Coordinate inbound deliveries and arrange warehouse booking slots
• Work closely with Product Managers to maintain stock availability
• Support stock control and aged stock management
• Monitor and manage service level agreements (SLAs)

Purchase Order Management

• Raise purchase orders and manage approval processes
• Send orders to suppliers and oversee them through to completion
• Resolve warehouse delivery and dispute issues
• Maintain accurate delivery schedules and due dates for warehouse arrivals

Pricing & Supplier Support

• Liaise with suppliers regarding special pricing requests and bids
• Support internal processes relating to pricing and quotations

Skills & Experience Required

Experience

• Previous administrative experience is essential
• Exposure to purchasing, procurement, or supply chain processes would be advantageous

Skills

• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Strong problem-solving and resolution skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively

Please note- due to the location of the office you will need your own transport and full UK driving licence.

Apply now! Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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