Assistant Buyer in St Ives

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Buyer / Junior Buyer

Reporting To: Procurement Manager / Head of Procurement

Role Overview

The Assistant Fabrication / Engineering Buyer will work closely with and provide support to the Procurement Manager in the sourcing and costing of bespoke fabricated parts, fittings, fixings, and stock components—primarily for seating projects, but with scope to support other areas as needed.

This role presents a valuable development opportunity, with the aim of progressing towards greater responsibility (potentially taking on full ownership within 6–12 months) as the business continues to grow and implement new systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Procurement Manager in sourcing and costing bespoke non-stock components, including fabricated parts and associated fittings/fixings.
• Assist in identifying suitable suppliers—leveraging existing relationships while also sourcing new vendors where appropriate.
• Collate technical and design information to prepare and issue RFQs/ITTs to suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and tender responses to identify the most suitable options.
• Raise and reconcile purchase orders, maintaining accurate documentation throughout.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods for both project installations and rental stock.
• Maintain effective communication with internal departments including Technical Services, Design, and Operations.

Knowledge Required

Experience or familiarity in the following areas is desirable (though not essential):

• Procurement systems and processes
• Engineering or fabrication environments
• Construction materials, particularly metals
• Steel structures and fabrication methods

Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following:

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and performance specifications
• Competence in compiling documentation for RFQs and tender processes
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating supplier quotations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• IT literacy and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software systems

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

St Ives

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English