Your new company

An award-winning engineering company based in Cardiff.

Your new role

Working as a Junior Buyer, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Commercial Delivery and Excellence – Drive value for money, profitability and operational efficiency through effective sourcing, negotiation and contract management.
• Category and Contract Management – Apply category management principles, draft and support contracts, monitor supplier KPIs and build strategic supplier relationships.
• Sourcing and Negotiation – Issue RFQs, evaluate bid proposals and negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial terms to support informed decision-making.
• Supplier Management – Manage supplier approval processes, maintain accurate records and ensure suppliers meet quality, delivery and performance expectations.
• Operational Support – Raise, process and expedite purchase orders for direct and indirect materials, resolving supply issues to maintain production schedules.
• Cost Control and Financial Governance – Monitor procurement spend, identify cost-saving opportunities and support budget management, reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Demand Planning and Risk Management – Conduct forecasting to maintain appropriate stock levels, mitigate supply chain risks and prevent shortages.
• Continuous Improvement – Contribute to procurement improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects to enhance efficiency and supply chain performance.

What you'll need to succeed

You'll have previous experience in a Junior Buying / Purchasing role previously, or undertaken buying / purchasing / procurement as part of a wider role.

What you'll get in return

This is a permanent role offering a salary of £26,000 - £30,000 based on experience. This is a fully office-based role, based in the Cardiff area, Monday to Friday.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.