Skills

Communication SAP Monitoring Effective Communication Project Management Analytical Thinking

Job Specifications

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 PS19.12ph PAYE or PS26.18ph Umbrella.

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***

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 anett@peglobal.co.uk

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***

About the Company

At PE Global, a leading international recruitment agency, we work closely with our candidates to ensure that the opportunities they are considering are the best ones available. PE Global is a resourcing company, with offices in Cork, Dublin, London and India that specializes in offering tailored recruitment solutions to companies and organisations in the domestic and international markets. At PE Global we have been providing cost effective, efficient and customised recruitment services to projects of all sizes since 2005 a... Know more