Buyer

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Buyer

Location: Colchester area (own transport required)

Salary: Competitive (on application)

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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Buyer

Location: Colchester area (own transport required)

Salary: Competitive (on application)

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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Posted: May 19th, 2026