Assistant Buyer - Salford, United Kingdom - Shoalter Automation

Shoalter Automation

Verified Company

Salford, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Salary:

£28,000 to £33,000

Location:

MediaCity, M50

Assistant Buyer Responsibilities

Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers of groceries and nonfood items across the UK
Assist in the arrangement of logistics between vendors & warehouse
Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyersupplier power
Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
Assess, manage and mitigate risks
Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers across the UK
Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand

Requirements & Qualifications:

Assistant Buyer Requirements & Qualifications

At least 3 years of proven work experience in a purchasing role
Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
Interest in market dynamics along with business sense
Skilled in negotiation and networking
Working experience of vendor management software
Ability to gather and analyse data and to work with figures
Solid judgement along with decision making skills
Strong leadership capabilities
BS degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration (preferred not essential)

What We Offer:

A competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
The chance to contribute to the success of an industryleading organisation.

About us:

Shoalter Automation (UK) Ltd, a subsidiary of the HKTV Group, is embarking on an innovative and ground-breaking new venture. As a global pioneer, we are introducing the first fully automated convenience stores to the UK market and beyond.

Leveraging cutting-edge robotics, custom-engineered machinery, and intelligent software informed by the HKTV Group's vast expertise, our goal is to establish a frictionless shopping experience that will transform the industry while addressing contemporary challenges.

To bring our vision to life, we are continually seeking skilled professionals to join our team, where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core principles.

We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees, offering ample opportunities for professional development.