Job Description

Company Overview

Impress Group has established a reputation for quality and service in the manufacturing sector, producing a wide range of machined, fabricated, welded, pressed, painted, and laser-cut components tailored to customer specifications. Our full project management service from concept to completion ensures that customer parts and projects are expertly managed by our team of engineers.

Summary

We are seeking a Junior Buyer to join our team in GB. Based in our facility, this role plays a vital part in sourcing and procurement processes that support our manufacturing operations.

The Junior Buyer will support the Support Services Director & Procurement Lead in executing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring the smooth operation of procurement processes. This role will focus on achieving cost efficiencies, maintaining accurate stock levels, and ensuring compliance with company standards and values.

Responsibilities

Maintain the Company's Core Values & Expected Behaviours Maintain high standards of quality, health and safety, environment Assist in sourcing materials, components, and services that meet the required quality and specification standards. Support the Procurement & Systems Lead in obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations to ensure best value for money. Maintain and update supplier databases and assist in ongoing supplier performance monitoring. Raise and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper authorisation. Collaborate with the stores and production teams to maintain accurate stock levels and prevent shortages. Participate in monthly stock spot checks and annual stock takes, inputting accurate data into the ERP system. Liaise with internal departments such as Sales, Engineering, Production, and Quality to align purchasing requirements. Assist in maintaining documentation for material certifications and compliance records. Help with contract renewals and supplier negotiations under supervision. Support implementation and utilisation of the ERP system within the procurement function. Contribute to continuous improvement projects within procurement and supply chain. Complete job costing tasks and feedback to relevant departments. Assist the Support Services Director in maintaining and communicating customer schedules.

Skills and Attributes

Strong organisational and administrative skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to work cross-functionally and under time pressure A proactive and solutions-focused approach Commercially & financially aware

Qualifications

Some prior experience in a purchasing, supply chain, or procurement administrative role GCSEs or equivalent; A-levels or further education in business or supply chain advantageous Willingness to learn and develop within a procurement career path

Call-To-Action

'Join us at Impress Group where your sourcing expertise will drive our manufacturing excellence. If you're ready to make an impact as a Junior Buyer, we'd love to hear from you--embark on this journey with us today!'

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person