Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer

Location: Colchester area (own transport required)

Salary: 30-35k DOE

Job Type: Permanent

Opportunity

Adecco are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join a well‑established, international organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast‑paced business.

This role is ideal for someone looking to develop or build on their procurement experience, particularly within international trade and supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing and liaising with new and existing suppliers
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations
• Negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms
• Preparing and issuing customer quotations
• Raising and processing purchase orders
• Monitoring and progressing orders to meet delivery deadlines
• Coordinating with warehouse and logistics teams
• Managing supplier and customer relationships (SRM & CRM)
• Providing high levels of customer service and support

About You

• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or logistics role
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with strong telephone manner
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment
• Commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Proactive and motivated approach to work

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience within MRO or technical industries
• Additional language skills would be advantageous

Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Bonus scheme (details provided after year one)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Standard working hours (Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week)

Additional Information

Due to location, candidates must have access to their own transport.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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