Junior buyer / administrator

AMP Rose are a well-established packaging automation company with roots going back to the early 1930s, with many patents.

We are looking for a highly motivated Junior Buyer to join our growing team.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth procurement of materials and equipment for our team of engineers to build world renowned packaging automation machines.

Behavioural Competencies

• Building Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.


• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrate a strong understanding of commercial principles, including cost negotiation, budgeting, and value analysis.


• Organization and Planning: Prioritise workloads effectively with a changing environment, manage time efficiently, and meet deadlines consistently.


• Problem-Solving: Identify and solve procurement challenges independently, whilst seeking guidance when necessary.

Technical Competencies

• Collecting and analysing data to help predict trends and forecast sales figures.


• Identifying quality standards and ensuring that all products meet those standards.


• Negotiating with suppliers to agree prices, quantities, delivery schedules and exclusivity deals.


• Working with the inventory management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products.


• Delivering reports on sales data, marketing activity and other metrics to the senior management team and other stakeholders.


• Prepare and issue purchase orders following company policy.


• Track and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.


• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.


• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.


• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities throughout the procurement and supply chain processes.


• Stay up-to-date with market trends and new product developments within the interior fit-out industry.


• Proficient in Word/Excel/PowerPoint.

Personal Specification

• Relevant experience as a buying assistant / junior buyer or high-level administrator.


• Strong understanding of procurement principles and best practices.


• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.


• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.


• Experience in using procurement software systems.


• A meticulous and detail-oriented approach to work.


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Strong organisational and time management skills.


• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Strong Excel or database skills would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package,�2x Death in service policy,�Company pension


• Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects.


• Monday to Friday