Trainee / Assistant Buyer Potters Bar, Hertfordshire (Head Office) Up to 45K (DOE) My client are a groundworks and civil engineering specialist, currently recruiting for a Junior Buyer/Assistant Buyer, to work from their office in Potters Bar. Key responsibilities of the role include: Assist the Procurement Manager to ensure materials are delivered to sites in line with site programmes and specification and are purchased at competitive prices Assist in the collation of documentation and issuing of material tender enquiries Assist in the assessment and comparison of material quotations Process new material orders Assist in production of monthly reports detailing material spend Work with the Procurement Manager to research new and relevant products Carry out invoice checking procedure and where necessary deal with invoice queries Continually monitor material lead times, keeping site managers informed, instigate forward material allocation when necessary Assist with...

Trainee / Assistant Buyer Potters Bar, Hertfordshire (Head Office) Up to 45K (DOE) My client are a groundworks and civil engineering specialist, currently recruiting for a Junior Buyer/Assistant Buyer, to work from their office in Potters Bar. Key responsibilities of the role include: Assist the Procurement Manager to ensure materials are delivered to sites in line with site programmes and specification and are purchased at competitive prices Assist in the collation of documentation and issuing of material tender enquiries Assist in the assessment and comparison of material quotations Process new material orders Assist in production of monthly reports detailing material spend Work with the Procurement Manager to research new and relevant products Carry out invoice checking procedure and where necessary deal with invoice queries Continually monitor material lead times, keeping site managers informed, instigate forward material allocation when necessary Assist with...

Location: Harwell, Quad Two, 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. Governments and private industry rely on us to create satellite‑based systems that provide trusted, anytime‑anywhere connectivity and positioning—helping care for our planet, manage its resources thoughtfully, and explore our Solar System with curiosity and purpose. We view space as a new horizon for collective progress, shaping a more sustainable life on Earth. As a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space partners with Telespazio through the Space Alliance to deliver a full suite of...

Join Our Clients Dynamic Team as a Purchasing & Order Administrator! Are you Business/Supply chain graduate (or equivalent)? Are you passionate about procurement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your contributions make a real impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a key player in our procurement team! The company: We're recruiting for a leading organisation, specialising in top brands and products who have key relationships with retailers across the UK and Europe. The team: You'll be working in very modern offices, as part of a company of 60+. They work extremely hard but you can also take part in social events and team trips, fostering a fun and engaging workplace culture! The role: As a Purchasing & Order Administrator, you will play a vital role in supporting the Supply Chain Supervisor, Brand Managers, and Sales teams. Your primary focus will be ensuring that all purchase orders are placed...

Buyer / Yeovil (Hybrid) 19.10 per hour PAYE A leading Aerospace & Defence organisation is looking for an experienced Buyer to support a busy mechanical hardware commodity area. High-volume role requiring strong supplier management and SAP purchasing experience. Responsibilities Issue RFQs/AFPs, chase and evaluate supplier quotes Prepare selection reports and support negotiations Raise/manage PRs and POs in SAP (including against LTAs ) Create vendor lists and request technical data (2D/3D drawings, specs) Invoice clearance and discrepancy resolution QN management and supplier pre-qual/qualification support Maintain country of origin/classification data Work with Operations, CS&S and Finance to meet KPI targets Requirements Proven Buyer/procurement experience (engineering/manufacturing desirable) Confident using SAP (PR/PO/RFQ processes) Strong communication/negotiation, able to manage multiple priorities High attention to detail and...

Purchasing Administrator 28,000 - 30,000 per annum Chelmsford, Essex Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm You must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle to be considered for this role due to the location of the business. Are you a highly organised Administrator looking to join a supportive business where your contribution truly matters? Our client is a fast paced, family run organisation known for delivering exceptional service and building lasting partnerships with customers and suppliers. Due to continued success, they are now looking for a proactive and detail oriented Administrator to become a key part of their friendly team. What you'll be doing: Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate, real-time tracking systems and databases Acting as a key point of contact for suppliers - handling queries, deliveries, and shipment updates Coordinating local and international shipments, working closely with couriers and customs agents Ensuring all customs...

Materials Buyer - Warrington 45,000 - 60,000 + Package The Opportunity We are working with a well-established and growing 40m turnover Contractor / Developer and House Builder who are looking to strengthen their Commercial team with the appointment of a Materials Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative business with a strong pipeline of residential and mixed-use projects. The role will play a key part in ensuring materials are accurately procured, costed, and managed across multiple live and upcoming developments. The Role As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for the procurement of building materials across multiple projects, ensuring best value, accuracy, and efficiency throughout the supply chain. A key requirement of this role is the ability to carry out take-offs from drawings to support accurate material scheduling and procurement. Key Responsibilities Carry out material take-offs directly from drawings Procure...

At Future we are challenging our core supplier base to optimise cost without compromising on quality. This role will play a key part in categorising spend and executing cost-reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation and RFP support. What you'll be doing Reporting to the Head of Commercial Analysis, this role plays a vital part in identifying efficiency opportunities across the group's contractual base. This project aims to optimise spend through detailed review and application of successfully established procurement processes. Being able to manage large volumes of data from multiple sources and use that information to provide clear recommendations is a key part of the role, as is the ability to maintain a strong focus on the financial impact of consolidation and negotiation. Spend Analysis & Data Visualisation  Categorise all non-major business spend across departments to identify patterns and opportunities Contract Management & Tracking  Build and...