Assistant Buyer
Wolverhampton
Assistant Buyer Permanent Near Wolverhampton £30,000 - £35,000 Full-Time, 42.5 hours per week  Ready to take your purchasing career to the next level? Join a thriving, forward-thinking business near Wolverhampton as their new Assistant Buyer – and become a key part of a team that genuinely values your ideas, energy, and ambition.  This isn’t just about raising purchase orders — it’s about getting stuck into the full supply chain, building strong supplier relationships, improving processes, and having a real say in how things are done. You’ll be working closely with an experienced team who are ready to support your development into a more strategic role, giving you the opportunity to make an impact from day one.  Whether you’ve got a background in purchasing, supply chain, or procurement and you’re now ready to take on more responsibility — this role gives you the platform to grow.  Main duties and responsibilities: - Raise and manage purchase orders based on internal demand and system requirements - Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, lead times and delivery schedules - Support supplier performance tracking and help resolve delivery or quality issues - Assist in maintaining accurate data within the MRP/ERP system - Monitor stock levels and assist in planning replenishment to avoid shortages or overstocking - Support pricing reviews and cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with the Buyer or Purchasing Manager - Maintain supplier documentation and ensure compliance with internal procedures   The successful candidate will have: - Previous experience in a purchasing, supply chain or procurement role - Confident communicator with the ability to build strong supplier relationships - Organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment - Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (e.g. VLOOKUP, pivot tables) - Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (training can be provided) - A proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing within procurement |  |  |  |
Recruiter: Pertemps - Wolverhampton Commercial
Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 Per Annum
Reference: JT-AB0625