Summary We're looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to join our retail team at the National Trust on a 12 month fixed-term contract. You'll work with the Buyer to grow the Home, Garden and Plants business commercially and in new and innovative directions, identifying and developing new opportunities to meet budgets. What it's like to work here This is an exciting time to join as we prioritise our long-term commercial growth plans alongside ensuring our offer is competitive and matches current market trends.? ? Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to work from this office two days per week. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. What you'll be doing You'll be responsible for helping to create ranges that link back to cause, engaging...

Purchasing Executive Location: Robertsbridge, East Sussex Hours: Office Based - Monday - Friday 7.30am-4.30pm with 1 hour lunch Salary: 34,000 - 35,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits and Free Parking Our client is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Purchasing Executive to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional service to customers while supporting the internal sales team. Key Responsibilities: Monitor inventory levels and order stock in line with established agreements. Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best prices and terms. Liaise with staff, users, and vendors to address any issues with goods or services and determine corrective actions. Refer unresolved pricing or technical queries to sales representatives for further assistance. Provide insightful monthly reports summarising purchasing activities. Proactively follow up with...

Buyer - Construction & Civil Engineering Location: Walsall, West Midlands (WS1) Salary: 35,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Hours: 40 hours per week The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Walsall. This is an excellent opportunity for a Buyer with experience in construction, civil engineering, utilities, water infrastructure or engineering procurement to join an established business delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. Working closely with site teams, commercial departments and suppliers, you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing construction materials, plant equipment and associated services, ensuring projects receive the right materials at the right time and at competitive prices. The position offers long-term job security, a strong benefits package and genuine opportunities for career progression. Key Responsibilities...

Procurement Administrator Poole Temporary Maternity Cover 17.00 per hour PAYE Join a Leading Manufacturing Business Are you an organised and proactive administrator with experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, logistics or manufacturing support? We are looking for a Procurement Administrator to join our busy Manufacturing Procurement team in Poole on a temporary maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting production by ensuring materials and components are available when needed, while working closely with suppliers and internal teams. This role would suit candidates with experience in procurement administration, purchasing, supply chain coordination, manufacturing administration, stock control or customer and supplier support environments. The Opportunity As a Procurement Administrator, you will be an integral part of the procurement function, providing administrative and operational support to ensure...

Procurement Assistant Edinburgh / Hybrid Working £28,000 - £35,000 DOE Full-Time, Permanent Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation in Edinburgh to recruit a Procurement Assistant on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to develop a career within procurement and supply chain. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth purchasing of goods and services whilst maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting wider business operations. Key Responsibilities Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently Liaise with suppliers regarding quotations, pricing, deliveries and general enquiries Monitor supplier performance and assist with contract administration Support procurement activities to ensure value for money and compliance with company procedures Maintain accurate...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Procurement Apprentice - Level 3 Business Admin and Level 4 Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship Start Date: 6 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Transform your curiosity into a rewarding career. If you're passionate about procurement and supply chain, interested in developing skills in negotiation and supplier relationship management, and eager to learn,...

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Procurement Apprentice - Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship and Level 4 Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship Start Date: 6 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Crawley Working Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Transform your curiosity into a rewarding career. If you're passionate about procurement and supply chain, interested in developing skills in negotiation and supplier relationship management, and...

Position : Purchasing Assistant, Trainee Buyer, Expeditor, Commercial Assistant Location : Essex, Brentwood, Basildon Salary : 27,000 - 28,000 Hours of Work : Monday to Friday Days Hybrid : Yes Flexitime : Yes Transport : Own transport beneficial ; site is 1 mile from nearest rail station Please note : We cannot offer any Visa support or sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK now and without the need for sponsorship in the future We cannot consider people coming straight from academia About You : Experience of working in a commercial / purchasing / buying environment Good skills with Excel including pivot tables and VLookUp Good communication skills Close attention to detail Able to co-ordinate and maintain schedules schedules for all purchase orders and suppliers Able to work buyers looking for solutions to supplier late or short deliveries Happy performing clerical duties, maintaining accurate records and adhering to...

Purchasing Assistant Location: Leicester - LE2 - with parking Working Hours: Flexible (9am - 5.30pm or 8am - 4.30pm) with an early Friday finish Job Type: Full-time We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Assistant to join our team. The Purchasing Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the procurement process by managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods and services. The ideal candidate should possess strong organisational skills, effective communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Key Responsibilities as the Purchasing Assistant Purchase Order Management: Create, review, and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner. Supplier Communication: Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, negotiate terms, and address any discrepancies. Inventory Control: Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet organisational needs. Vendor...

If you love beauty, you're in the right place. As the ultimate curator of over 100 of the most in-demand, highly innovative and boundary-pushing beauty brands, we are the go-to destination for worldwide beauty discovery. Together through our neighbourhood stores, online presence and loyalty scheme, Space NK has built a flourishing community in which to discover beauty. The customer is at the heart of everything we do, and we will always endeavour to offer everything they need to help them explore, experiment, and enjoy our brands. Junior Buyer (skincare) - Head Office Role Overview Working closely with the Senior buyer, the objective of the Junior Buyer is to build, manage and report on the performance of the brand and product offer across Space NK stores and online for the allocated categories. Key Accountabilities: 1) Manage commercial performance of portfolio of brands and products with focus on enhancing performance of customer offer on an ongoing basis...

Assistant Buyer Location: Leicester - LE2 - with parking Working Hours: Flexible (9am - 5.30pm or 8am - 4.30pm) with an early Friday finish Job Type: Full-time We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Buyer to join our team. The Assistant Buyer will play a vital role in supporting the procurement process by managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods and services. The ideal candidate should possess strong organisational skills, effective communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Key Responsibilities as the Assistant Buyer Purchase Order Management: Create, review, and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner. Supplier Communication: Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, negotiate terms, and address any discrepancies. Inventory Control: Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet organisational needs. Vendor Relationship:...

Buyer / Procurement Officer Join a growing, profitable manufacturer in a varied purchasing role where you can help strengthen supply continuity, supplier performance and procurement efficiency while working closely with the Purchasing Manager and teams across the business. This role is officially known as a Buyer. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Purchasing Officer, Procurement Specialist, Purchaser, Sourcing Buyer, Purchasing Coordinator, Procurement Coordinator, Supply Chain Coordinator, Purchasing Specialist The benefits package includes a company incentive scheme, a salary sacrifice pension with 7.5% employer contributions, Westfield Health Scheme membership, flexi-time and free on-site parking.   SALARY: Competitive (depending on experience and qualifications) + Benefits LOCATION: Hope Valley, Derbyshire JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per...