Average Buyer salary in the UK

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. 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.

A well established, market leading company who supply internationally are looking for a Buyer to join the purchasing team where you will be involved in a range of procurement activities. The role is initially a 6 month fixed term contract for an immediate start but could lead to a more permanent opportunity in the future. The purchasing team is a team of four and as the Buyer you will play a key role in the procurement of direct materials and indirect services. Job duties of the Buyer role include: Procurement of a varied portfolio of electronic and mechanical componentsNegotiating price, terms and related issues with vendorsPreparing purchase orders through a computerized system and placing orders for the purchase of goods and servicesResolving delivery, goods inwards and invoicing issuesReviewing contracts for changes prior to bid or renewalDeveloping and maintaining relationships with key suppliers and ensuring supply contracts are adhered toVisiting suppliers and conducting auditsVerifying Bill of Materials and maintaining up to date ERP and MRP systems Skills and experience required: Experience in buying and procurementExperience gained within electronics manufacturing / engineering is essentialOwn transport is essential due to locationSeeking an immediate or ASAP start Company benefits: 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays rising with servicePrivate Medical schemePension schemeFree parkingHybrid working available after three month probation periodFlexible hours (40 hour week start times between 7am and 9am and finish times between 3.30pm and 5.30pm Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Buyer Meyer Scott Ref: VR/08940 Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 per annum Type: Permanent Location: Earith Our client is an established engineering business based in Earith who have been in business for over 40 years! A vacancy exists for a Buyer reporting to the Technical Director. This is an office based only position as they work in a collaborative way as face-to-face communication works better for them. This vacancy is an addition to the team. No qualifications in buying are required, just a few years' purchasing experience as they are very keen to provide on-the-job training which will progress your career in buying within the business. They have a direct career path mapped out! Purpose of Job: The key function of this job is to ensure continuity of the inward supply of goods and services, when required, at the best prices possible, thus enabling all other functions to provide the required service to its customers. Key Job Responsibilities: Maintain an awareness of all materials in stock.Maintain an awareness of incoming materials and manufacturing requirements.Minimise stock holding, unless advantageous to the business.Place orders as required.Ensure that materials are as specified and meet the thresholds required.Ensure that materials are received on time in full.Provide timely feedback on any issues that will disrupt supply.Maintain an awareness in marketplace trends of key materials.Ensure that the prices paid for products and services are inline or below market prices.Build and continually update a data base of suppliers for each product and service, ensuring alternatives for each item.Build effective working relationships with each supplier.Work closely other areas of the business such as Estimator, Technical Director, ensuring good communication and avoiding duplication of effort.Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of 'estimating systems and practices and manufacturing processes.Ensure that all administration (Internal/External) is completed in full and on time. Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am - 5 pm, Friday 8am - 2pm