Buying Assistant - Langley, United Kingdom - Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies

Description

Buying Assistant

Buying Assistant

Job Ref


BCHSRI

Location:

South East - BCHS Langley Branch

Function

Procurement

Salary

Status

Full Time

Type

Permanent

Hours

37.5

More details

Buying Assistant


Location:
Langley


Salary:
£ Competitive depending on experience

As a Buying Assistant you will be a key part of the company's purchasing department and you will help with all the buying activities.

You will help the Category Manager to source and purchase all products and services needed for the relevant Category Ranges, at the best price available and within agreed quality specifications.

You will research the markets for newer and better-quality products for the company and make recommendations to the Category Manager.

• You will be expected to assist the Category Manager to meet targets as defined in the company strategy.
• You will always be looking out for new products at the best price so you can help the profitability of the business.
• You will be well organised with a confident and outgoing personality as you will be expected to deputise for the Category Manager from time to time.

Your skills and experience:

• Degree in Buying and Merchandising, or Business or Qualifications in CIPS or related degree Or equivalent industry/work experience

Bunzl supports the principle of Equality and Diversity in employment wholeheartedly and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We believe that it is in the company's best interests and those of all who work in it, to ensure that the human resources, talents and skills available throughout the community are considered when employment opportunities arise.

If you have a disability or special need that requires support or adjustments to working or interview arrangements, please let us know.