Junior Buyer

Job DescriptionLocation: Blackburn, LancashireSalary: 25,000-30,000 + great benefits packageLooking to take your first step into a career in procurement or supply chain? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced food manufacturing business where you'll gain hands-on experience, learn from a skilled Purchasing Manager, and build a solid foundation in the purchasing process. If you're highly organised, great with Excel, and have strong attention to detail this could be the perfect role for you.The role..As Purchasing Assistant, youll support the day-to-day purchasing function, working closely with the Purchasing Manager to ensure smooth procurement operations. The role will involve lots of administrative tasks including matching invoices to delivery notes, updating stock spreadsheets, and liaising with suppliers to ensure everything is running on time and to spec.This is a varied role where no two days are the same you'll be tracking orders, resolving delivery or pricing issues, and helping maintain accurate stock levels. Youll also gain exposure to key areas like supplier relationships, sustainability criteria, and technical documentation making it a great platform for someone building a long-term career in the supply chain.What we are looking for..Strong admin skills and high attention to detailExcellent Excel ability confident with spreadsheets, formulas, and data checkingGood communication skills and emotional intelligence when dealing with suppliersA proactive and organised approach to juggling multiple tasksSomeone eager to learn, with interest in procurement or supply chainTraining towards CIPS (or similar) is ideal, but not essentialA flexible, team-focused attitude willing to help out where neededWhat you will get in return..Salary of 25,000 30,000 (depending on experience)26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays8% matched pension (with additional salary sacrifice options post-probation)4x salary life insurance6 weeks company sick pay in any 12-month rolling period (post-probation)Medicash health scheme (including 24/7 GP, physio, mental health support, digital tools & more)The chance to join a well-established business with strong values, a collaborative team, and excellent career development opportunitiesThis is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to kickstart a career in purchasing with a supportive team in a thriving industry. If that sounds like you wed love to hear from you!If you are interested please get in touch with Lucy Osborne at [email protected]

Created: 2025-06-27