Average Assistant Buyer salary in the UK

*Relocation opportunity* Quest Search & Selection are currently working with a leading supplier in the fashion and footwear industry. They are looking for a Buyer to join the team based in Carlisle Key responsibilities of this Buyer: Assist with sourcing, developing, and delivering a commercially focused and well balance product range alongside the Junior Merchandiser.Aim to develop ranges to maximise sales and profit aligned to brand market position/ value.Continually exceed customer expectations through delivering a consistent , commercial , well-balanced range and attend sign-off meetingsWork as part of a team with merchandising, design & QA. Negotiations with suppliers and factories directly focusing on margin management and cementing a long-term relationship with suppliers. Build effective working relationships across the business and developing team members at a BAA/AB level Key requirements of this Buyer: Ideally 3 plus years Buying experience in junior buyer or buyer level.Ideally have experience in fashion, Accessories or footwear but other categories will be considered.Previously been involved in NPD.Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills are essential. Benefits included for this Buyer: Great Head Office environment (this is an office-based role)HolidaysPensionFree Parking If you are interested in this position and you have the relevant experience, please send you cv details today quoting the reference. no JO-2403-111329/B We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Are you an experienced Buyer, as yet with no senior experience, but perhaps hungry to progress to that level with a great company that offers all the support you will need in order to succeed? Then this is a superb opportunity for you to join a professional Purchasing team of 13, and reach that next stage in your career. Position Highlights: Working as a procurement team member, you will source, negotiate and contract for specified spend categories on behalf of user departments and develop effective business partnerships with suppliers and internal customers. Experience, Skills & Attributes: Ideally CIPS qualification desirable or other Professional Qualification Good education Significant procurement experience with a track record of delivering cost improvement Strong understanding of end to end Supply Chain and SRM process A good technical understanding of procurement within Pharma, Food Supplements and/or Cosmetics industries Ideally a proficient user of SAP or similar ERP system plus general competency in MS Office Ideally previous experience working within a multi-national business and cross functional teamwork Must have excellent English (both written and spoken) with any other language skills beneficial although not considered essential. A strong team player Strong analytical and problem solving skills Good project management skills, able to work on multiple complex projects Proven ability to delivery YOY cost improvements A skilled negotiator covering cost, relationship and contracts Exposure to commodity management and project sourcing Time management and work to deadlines The ability to influence Focus on continuous improvement and digitally savvy Must have a "can do" attitude and a desire to continually improve Package Highlights: An attractive salary and benefits package is available, with salary depending on experience 37 hours per week: Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm, Friday 9am - 4.30pm with 45 minutes lunch break Hybrid working Company performance related annual bonus Attractive pension contribution, matched up to 9% Health Cash Plan with HealthShield 24 days holidays (plus you can buy/sell up to 3 days per year) + bank holidays Skills and Attributes: Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills Strong analytical and problem resolution skills Proven ability to deliver YOY cost reductions A skilled negotiator covering cost, relationship and contracts Ability to influence at all levels within an organisation Exposure to commodity management and project sourcing Good project management skills, able to work on multiple complex projects Focus on continuous improvement and be digitally savvy Empathetic with a customer service orientation The role will require the ability to travel (ie. 10 - 15%) Responsibilities will include but not limited to: Supplier RFQ for projects - Materials and capital expenditure (NPD and Rapid Commercialisation) Contribute to project meetings representing procurement department. Updates on price, lead time and associated costs for launch Anticipate and communicate any potential risks to deliveries COG confirmation with prices at a range of MOQ’s/EOQ’s Support and manage the commercial relationship between the Project Management Office team and external suppliers on specific projects so customer needs are met, whilst maintaining effective business relationships with suppliers & customers. Supply Gap Analysis: CDA GAP analysis and implementation Supplier agreement/Contract analysis and execution COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality) compliance management Participate in supplier performance management reviews Supplier Price Management - negotiating prices and terms, SAP maintenance Manage Supplier relationships and KPI’s for portfolio charge Assist with annual budget cost setting Cover for Procurement Manager as required (in times of absence) Participate and take ownership of G2G program (cost down program) Procurement Management System (SAP): Supplier Price Maintenance - update changes in lie with department response time Changes to supplier agreement on MOQ or lead times Setting up new component codes Checking invoices match agreed pricing/terms and resolution Business Impact: Use appropriate procurement methodologies Follow strategic and commercial business goals Develop and maintain SLA’s and contracts with suppliers If you would like to be considered for this new opportunity with a global manufacturing organisation and key employer, then please email an up to date CV asap. Recruitment Solutions (Folkestone) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Assistant Buyer Loughborough, Leicester £27,000 - £32,000 per year + Training & Development Are you organised, detail-oriented, and enjoy streamlining processes? As an Assistant Buyer, you'll have a key role in ensuring efficient order management across sites and ERP systems. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to join a stable and expanding family owned company to manage day-to-day material orders in a quick paced and reactive environment, manage relationships, cost-reducing activities and ensure continuous improvement across the ERP systems. This company is a reputable Civil Engineering business that specialises in infrastructure, public projects and utilities. This family-owned business primarily operates across the central parts of England. Your contribution will be essential to the continuing success of this role and will come with a level of self-sufficiency. The duty of the role is to accurately raise and issue material and plant orders for all areas of the business while concentrating on the company's requirements. Preferred Experience with cost savings, cultivating connections with suppliers, and broadening knowledge and comprehension of the Civil Engineering industry. This is a great time to join a well-established company, that's growing at pace and wants people around them to grow and develop. The Role: * Raise and issue orders based on specifications * Assist with Lean procurement process * Work within a team and support other departments * Maintain and build new relationships Candidate Requirements: * Previous Buying experience * Engineering, Construction, Utilities, Civils and Infrastructures background * Proficient in Microsoft packages * CIPS level 3 qualification - desired but not essential Consultant: Ellie Dunnell Ref: 3657 Revorec Recruitment Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior-level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Assistant Buyer| Buyer| Junior Buyer| Procurement| Purchasing| | Supply Chain| Suppliers | Engineering| Construction| Highways| Utilities| Public| Drainage| SAP| RedSky| ERP| MRP| CI Leicester| Loughborough| Wigston| Syston| Birstall| Enderby