Assistant Buyer

Purpose of job
Our aim is to become a market leader in the provision of Electric Vehicle charging solutions to Local Authorities and Businesses as part of our strategy to lead the transition to zero carbon.
The goal is to undertake an ambitious electric vehicle charging installation program, deploying high volume and quality EV installations across the nation. Our aim is to make the world a better place, one charge point at a time.
The Assistant Buyer will work within Zest’s Finance team, with string links to the Operational and Technical teams, to ensure the best value and quality goods and services are procured to support the installation of Zest’s infrastructure.
Key Accountabilities:
The role is responsible for the following:
Monitoring stock levels and identifying purchasing needs
Researching and contacting potential vendors, ensuring they meet the accepted criteria for the business.
Tracking orders and ensuring timely deliveries
Maintaining approved supplier lists
Liaising with other departments to understand their purchasing needs
Conduct market research
Service provider quote evaluation
Outcome, Results and Key performance indicators:
Reducing the costs of installations while maintaining the overall quality
Improve the monitoring of and increase the list number of approved suppliers
Improve lead times of purchases
Maintain and strengthen the relationships with key suppliers through regular communications
Key Relationships:
Internal
– Finance, Operations and Technical teams, other departments on an ad hoc basis
External
– Suppliers and Contractors
Knowledge and Skills:
Work experience as a Assistant Buyer, Purchasing Officer or similar role
Good understanding of supply chain procedures
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
Knowledge of market research
Excellent communication skills
Solid organizational skills
Behaviours:
Work well on own initiative and in a team
Eagerness to learn a new sector and skills
Time management skills and abilities to work to tight deadlines
Qualifications:
Preferred but not required:
educated to degree level in a relevant qualification
Zest is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the values and ultimately societal benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion.