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Date Added: Tue 08/07/2025

Assistant Buyer

Glinton, PE6, UK
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Company: PROCESS INSTALLATIONS AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Job Role: Assiatant Buyer

Job Type: Full Time/Perm

Salary: Flexible dependent on skills and experience

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Buyer to join our specialist and experienced Building Services company providing to the Energy, Food Processing and Pharmaceutical Industry with a unique service. We provide a unique service from concept, advising and partnering with our clients to ensure the correct mechanical and electrical solution bespoke to their needs.

The Role:

* Work closely with related departments to purchase materials based on operational requirements and specifications.

* Build scheduling, materials planning, build budget management

* Work with the Lead Buyer to agree on costs, delivery schedules and payment terms.

* Ensure all documentation is correct and complies with international purchasing and customs regulations.

* Ensure delivery dates are accurate and any changes are communicated to the relevant stakeholders, follow up with suppliers for issues with late deliveries.

* Liaise with Finance to assist with any invoicing queries and supplier terms.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers, evaluate regular as needed and research new potential suppliers.

* Provide market updates, for example, price increases, supplier updates and stay informed on market and industry trends.

* Recognise potential purchasing risks and mitigate where possible.

* Lead negotiations to ensure efficient workflow and pricing.

* Provide metrics to key senior management when required.

* Assist with identifying areas for improvement in an effective way.

Personal Skills:

* Clear and confident communicator

* Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at once

* Possess strong time management and negotiation skills

* Proven track record with procurement

* Attention to detail

* Analytically minded
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