Assistant Buyer
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At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.
That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.
So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!
Are you looking to build your career in procurement within a dynamic and supportive team? We're looking for anAssistant Buyerto join ourRegional Commercial teamand play a key role in delivering efficient, cost-effective procurement solutions across our developments.
Where will you be working?
This will be a hybrid role where your working week will be split between our offices in London (WC1X), sites across the Southeast Region, and home. This could vary each week dependent on your diary
What You'll Be Doing
As an Assistant Buyer, you'll support senior buyers and the wider commercial team by:
- Placing orders for bulk materials and managing site requisitions
- Liaising with suppliers to ensure best value and timely delivery
- Assisting in setting and monitoring material budgets
- Supporting the production of KPI reports (e.g., site damage, plant use, waste)
- Helping customer care with materials and plant orders when needed
Essential
What We're Looking For
- A full UK drivers license and access to own vehicle
- A qualification in administration or business (or willingness to work towards one)
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and numerically astute with problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
- Commercial and financial awareness
- Ability to work well under pressure
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Benefits
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
- Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
- Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
- Excellent holiday package 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave
- Cashback plan for healthcare costs up to £500 saving per year
- A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 5%
- Training and development
- Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
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We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.
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