Assistant Buyer
2 days ago
Leicester
PE Global is currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer (Associate Procurement Professional) for a leading multinational manufacturer of construction and mining equipment client based in Desford. This is an initial 12 months contract position working on site 5 days a week. Pay rate is £19.12ph PAYE or £26.18ph Umbrella. Duties of the role/Responsibilities • Solicit supplier quotations, analyse cost breakdowns, update pricing records, and manage supplier communications., • Ensure adherence to internal procurement procedures and industry best practices., • Lead and support resource projects, resolve procurement challenges, and address invoice-related discrepancies., • Coordinate supplier onboarding processes and foster strong, ongoing vendor relationships., • Work in close partnership with the Site Buyer and contribute to the wider Specialty Products and Site procurement teams., • Oversee the end-to-end procurement cycle: negotiating supplier contracts, evaluating bids, issuing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and managing inventory levels., • Maintain up-to-date procurement documentation and uphold compliance standards. Education/Experience • 3+ years as Assistant buyer, • Manufacturing purchasing/buyer experience preferred, • Microsoft office, ERP system experience (SAP) & Teamcenter experience preferred, • Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to collect, interpret, and act on procurement data to meet business goals., • Analytical Thinking: Skilled in identifying root causes and solving procurement-related challenges., • Effective Communication: Proficient in conveying information clearly and professionally across all stakeholders., • Project Management: Competent in managing and executing procurement-related projects from start to finish., • Procurement Expertise: Deep understanding of procurement methods, systems, and tools. Interested candidates should submit an updated CV. Please click the link below to apply, alternatively send an up to date CV to