Assistant Buyer

Description

Assistant Buyer – London (Global Procurement Opportunity)

£30,000 - £32,000 + Company Benefits + Career Progression

Are you looking for a dynamic, international procurement role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow?

A London-based, fast-moving international group is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their small but ambitious Engineering team.

This is your chance to work across global markets, sourcing spare parts and assemblies for manufacturing industries in the Middle East, Europe, and the Far East.

Why this role is exciting:

* Work in a small, international team with high visibility across the business

* Exposure to global sourcing and supplier negotiations

* Opportunities to attend international trade fairs and exhibitions

* Clear career progression for ambitious candidates

* Hands-on experience with SAP systems and international procurement processes

What you’ll be doing:

* Managing RFQs, evaluating vendor offers, and preparing cost sheets

* Negotiating with suppliers and raising purchase orders

* Maintaining accurate reports, databases, and product catalogues

* Supporting vendor selection and development

* Liaising closely with internal teams to ensure procurement aligns with engineering needs

Who we’re looking for:

* Strong commercial awareness

* Numerate, xjnqpsq IT literate, confident in MS Office; SAP experience a plus (training provided)

* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, “can-do” attitude

* Methodical, detail-oriented, and flexible with priorities

This is a hands-on role that will develop your procurement expertise while giving you exposure to international markets and global suppliers.

If you’re ambitious, organised, and ready to grow your career in global procurement, this role is for you

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