Junior / Trainee Buyer
Executive Mandate Specification
Tradecore International is a successful, dynamic and forward thinking business with ambitious growth plans for 2023.
We specialise in Global Procurement, Sourcing and Supply of a vast range of equipment from all around the world. Our international client base is very diverse, serving customers in Mining, Oil & Gas, Construction, Manufacturing, Engineering.
As we continue to expand, we are currently looking for 2 x Junior Buyers to join our Procurement Team. The successful people will be involved in procuring and sourcing a wide range of equipment from our network of suppliers all over the world. Training will be provided.
The Role:-
· Supporting the Client Account Managers in a buying capacity
· Sourcing a wide range of products and equipment from all over the world that match the clients technical and commercial requirements.
· Building strong and beneficial relationships with suppliers in the UK and globally.
· Obtaining competitive pricing from suppliers and negotiating further discount where possible.
· Evaluating and selecting vendors on credibility, pricing and technical criteria.
· Ensuring technical specifications of the client’s requirement have been met
· Acting quickly on urgent and high priority procurement requests from customers
· Making regular follow ups on requests for quotes (RFQ) with suppliers
· Consistently achieving personal and team targets and KPI’s
Skills Required: -
· Flexible approach to workload and the drive to go the extra mile
· Ability to regularly negotiate pricing over the phone
· Confident and clear communication (English is essential)
· Highly organized with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
· Positive attitude and be able work well within a team or individually
· Capability to work under pressure and think your feet
· Working experience using Microsoft Office ie Word, Excel and Outlook (essential)
The Package: -
· Competitive basic salary with discretionary performance bonus
· Free on-site parking, with modern office setting
· Company Pension Scheme (NEST)
· Private Medical
· 29 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
· Smart Casual dress code
· Proactive yet relaxed working environment
· Employee referral scheme
· Frequent team building events and regular company lunches
· Job security and career progression
· Laptop provided for flexible working
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Eastleigh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Eastleigh
Reference ID: TIL/BUYER
Statutory Executive Benefits & Governance
- Executive Health, Vision & Dental Coverage with Global Provider Options
- Corporate Pension Auto-Enrolment / 401(k) Retirement Plan with Fiduciary Matching
- Annual Discretionary Performance Incentive & Long-Term Equity Participation
- Executive Leave Allotment, Statutory Holidays & Dedicated Health Care Reserves
- US Department of Labor & E-Verify Work Authorization Sponsorship
