Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buyer to join a well-established shop that offers a range of high-quality books, stationery, and gifts. This full-time role offers salary range of £27,000 - £30,000 and excellent benefits. As a Buyer, you will manage product titles to ensure cost efficiency and timely delivery while fostering supplier relationships. You will be responsible for: * Overseeing a list of new and reprint titles each publishing month, from cost negotiation to purchase order issuance. * Negotiating costs and finalising schedules with printers in the Far East and Europe for reprint requests. * Coordinating with Publishing and relevant teams on file dates and specifications. * Updating databases with estimated costs and schedules while ensuring all procurement information is accurate and complete. * Creating purchase quotes, purchase orders, and other essential documentation. * Supporting the Procurement Head in process improvements for seamless information flow. * Identifying new suppliers for formats and components as needed, managing the process from dummy approval to account set-up. What we are looking for: * Previously worked as a Buyer, Category buyer, purchaser, purchasing executive, buying executive or in a similar role. * Background in relationships with suppliers, particularly in the Far East. * Ideally have experience in managing tender processes. * Skilled in Microsoft Excel and database systems. * Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills. Apply now for this exceptional Buyer opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.