Buying Assistant - Epsom, United Kingdom - Cast UK Limited

Cast UK Limited

Verified Company

Epsom, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Buying Assistant

Epsom - Hybrid working

£Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Role Profile

Bunzl Catering Supplies, part of the Bunzl Catering & Hospitality Division, is the leading distributor of disposables, packaging and hygiene solutions to the hospitality and catering sectors in the UK.

Delivering to a variety of customers in both the privateand public sector from small independent cafe owners, local health trusts and schools to national hotel and restaurant chains.

As the exclusive recruitment partner for Bunzl Catering Supplies, Cast UK are leading the search for a Buying Assistant to be based either at their head office in Epsom.

The Buying Assistant is a role that supports the Buyers and Category Managers and requiresexcellent communication skills predominately with an internal focus to the sales team, buyers, stock controllers and contact with external suppliers.

The role will cover general administration within the Purchasing Team, including price increase analysis,maintenance of product information on the system and quote management.

This is the perfect role for someone looking for their first opportunity within Buying.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance of products and data
Reviewing non selling lines and make inactive/not useable
Collecting data from suppliers and updating system
Running company reports
Obtain quotes for products
Answer queries on Products
Helping with Product Switches
Logging Savings and updating Tracker
Assisting in new supplier set up and review of Code of conduct and Ethical Sourcing Policy
Supplier price changes admin
Assisting on outofstock products

Skills & Experience

Basic/Intermediate Excel skills
V lookups and Pivot tables
Perfect position for someone looking for their 1st step into Buying
Display an interest in the UK food market, keeping up to date with market trends
Ability to demonstrate a high degree of attention to detail, thoroughness and a methodical approach to work

Remuneration
£Competitive + Excellent Benefits

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